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"Of course. It would be unseemly of me to miss a state dinner, especially with an esteemed guest from abroad" Ternoc continued to lead them through the many rooms and corridors of the palace, setting guards and continuing to hand out writs to the various courtiers which came and went as if led by an unseen conductor. "We'll get you something to sit on, don't worry. I understand that our chair and tables weren't built with kobold dimensions in mind."

Soon enough, the food was laid out on the table, which was itself a massive rectangular piece of furniture that stretched over a dozen meters. Carved from rare mahogany wood, the table cost more than most Hekagan citizens made in their entire lives. Covering the table was an elaborate silk tablecloth, woven of the finest samite. On top of the cloth were several silver platters, each one large enough to hold several courses of food, the first of which were already being served. 

To top off the elaborate display, a small army of servants, waiters, tasters, and maids scurried around the room, hurrying to serve each guest his appetizers. Even though Ternoc was not yet seated, preparations for the dinner were already well underway, although no one dared take a bite of their food until the grand prince was seated. 

"If I were king, no one would even sit down until I did" he whispered to Ardasa, gesturing for her to take a seat on his left side, while one of his ministers sat at the right. Ternoc sat at the head of the table. "And before you ask, my wives typically eat in their harem chambers. None asked to dine with me this evening, and I will see them later tonight."