Adrian stood before Nebula Inn. The entrance was swarmed with people dressed in black armor, all casting ominous glares his way.

"I've already told you, the inn is closed to the public today. There's a private banquet happening inside," a guard said to Adrian, his tone dismissive.

Moments ago, Adrian had injured one of them, showing no mercy and sending the man to the clinic. Whether the man survived remained uncertain, but Adrian's actions were not excessive; the man's behavior had warranted such treatment.

Another minute passed...

"Kid, do you know where you are?" sneered the guard at the entrance.

Today, Nebula Inn was hosting a banquet held by the Unicorn Society. Attendees were either wealthy or noble. This was a significant occasion for the society, as Aran, the son of their leader, was holding an engagement ceremony. His betrothed was the daughter of Sandstone City's governor. If the engagement was a success, the Unicorn Society stood poised to become the city's predominant