None of the attendees seemed to share the festive mood of the tower host. The absence of the woman who had the credit for the national success looked like a dark cloud hovering over the room, making the atmosphere gloomy and melancholy. But of course, no one articulated a single word to defend it. The fear of their ruler was well imprinted on their consciences, and they were not going to risk their lives and property for anyone, no matter how right he was.