>>5423556>>5424160>"Rest assured. Your years of service shall be rewarded.""My Lord is most kind," the giant says, bowing even lower. It's a marvel he doesn't topple over. By your side, the official clears his throat. "My Lord, I believe it is time."
Ur-Enza straightens up immediately. "I will not keep My Lord any longer. When My Lord returns, I will present him with an unforgettable banquet!"
With that, he is off. You glance at the official and see his raised eyebrow. Perhaps this request was more daring than you think. After all, it <span class="mu-i">is</span> a coronation, and he did ask that you pray for him in the biggest temple around...
It's something to mull over as you turn and walk away. The corridor is surprisingly silent after the hum of the dining hall, but after a moment you begin to hear something. You see your two guards waiting for you once again by the palace entrance, and they slide into step behind you as you approach. Stepping out into the light, you are greeted with rolling drums.
Before you, all the way down the steps, stand servants bearing palm leaves, interspersed with drummers and flute-players. Your palanquin waits for you at the bottom, surrounded by men dressed in rich robes. They begin to come up the steps.
>Wait for them to approach.>Meet them halfway.>WRITE-IN