As long as there was a glimmer of hope, they would stay.
Upon realizing this, complex emotions surfaced on many faces.
Could the territory truly have ways to keep them here?
Next, silence fell upon the Tavern as many people started to drink heavily, letting the burn of the alcohol ease the bitterness in their hearts.
Just as the Tavern quieted down, some people burst in, reporting the latest news.
"Lord has come out, and he's asking us to gather at the square, he has something to say to us."
"Hurry, let's go! There are many Nobles besides the Lord, it looks like a significant event!"
"It must be related to the recent changes in the territory, I need to see this for myself."
"Let's go! Together!"
"I hope it will be some good news."
"We haven't confirmed the news we just heard! Come on! Let's find out."
"..."
Many still harbored that last shred of fantasy, and they followed the crowd to the scene one after another.
