Chapter 153: The Knight Cannot Forgive Gold Coins (2)
Unlike Ihan’s blunt evaluation, most people in the hall gazed at the new arrivals with admiration.
It wasn’t just their appearances—though striking—that captured attention. The fact that they had attained power, fame, and influence at such a young age naturally added to their allure.
Many noblewomen flushed with rosy cheeks at the sight of them, while quite a few noblemen visibly expressed their displeasure at the competition.
As the atmosphere grew slightly awkward—
“Young talents of Pendragon! My name is Salah! I am one of the 17 sultans of the west, but today, do not see me as a sultan. See me simply as a man eager to meet the brilliant young minds of Pendragon!”
The Sultan’s sudden declaration echoed through the hall, taking everyone by surprise, as this was clearly not part of the planned program.
“And to commemorate this meeting, I have brought gifts. But these are only for the cadets, so I hope the rest of you won’t be offended. After all, today’s stars are none other than the students of this academy.”
He pressed forward with a bold display of generosity, as if to emphasize his point.
Snap.
With a light snap of his fingers, dozens of attendants in exotic attire moved swiftly and laid out rows of items.
“Wow...”
The collective gasp of awe was immediate.