"By the will of heavens, I hereby announce the ascendency trials to commence!" 

'You're telling me the heavens WILLED this?'

Music and cheers filled the room; each louder than the other. Many years had passed since the last trials, and who knew how many years until the next? Reis didn't share their excitement. How could he understand the sentiments of the nobility with little form of entertainment? 

A number of people knelt before the king, accepting the honor bestowed upon them. He was one of them. A competitor for the throne of Vidalia. 

"As future rulers of this kingdom, we expect praiseworthy performance from all of you." 

'For what? This kingdom has no hope either way!'

"You must not attempt to sabotage your kin and fight fairly." 

'Does he not know how succession battles work? Or is he just saying it for the sake of it?'

"You all have my blessings. Rise!" 

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