“My word, it’s extraordinary!” Rin remarked. “I remember when this place was under construction but I’ve never laid eyes on the finished structure. I must say it is rather gorgeous.”
“It’s incredible. Look at the big ole tick tock! I don’t remember that.” Kaya exclaimed.
“The clock is a recent construction,” Elrick said.
“This city is a marvel, Elrick,” Julius began. “We may have helped lay the foundation, but what you all have done here is beyond wondrous,” he complimented.
Elrick smiled. The praise had warmed him and he took pride in the joy of his excited guests. The kindly messenger escorted the party to the castle gates where four Nimbuu warriors stood guard. Elrick motioned for his guests to halt and approached the avian watchers. Three female and one male guard stood in formatio
