Wednesday, October 8th. 18 hours.

Jorge longed to leave an indelible mark, so he met with Eukario and Yusuf to finalize every last detail. The first thing was the attire. He felt lucky, as the colors chosen for his home not only were beautiful but also favored his figure, and all his garments were impeccable since they were completely new.

Although orange was the dominant tone in his palette, he opted for a daring linen tunic in a combination of white and turquoise that fell to brush the floor. The vibrant orange boldly outlined the sleeves, hem, and neck, adding a touch of warmth without losing the freshness of the ensemble. On his feet, he wore black sandals, and a simple white belt cinched at the waist completed the composition with discreet elegance.

However, the distinctive element was an ethereal jewel: a small crown, formed by two fine parallel gold rings of 22 carats, separated by a succession of finely set gems. The inlays of turquoise and polished amber paid homage to the colors of his estate, while small enamelled flowers in white served as subtle dividers between the semi-precious stones.

This delicate ornament was made in just one day thanks to the simplicity of its design, and its effect was captivating: majestic and refined elegance, without falling into ostentation, ideal for showing off before the dignified hostess, who occupied a higher position in the social hierarchy. Thus, Jorge managed to express his power and exquisite taste without overwhelming the presence of that woman, always preserving delicacy and protocol that the occasion required.

The lord of the Tharakos estate noticed immediately that Asier's large house stood like a genuine palace, while his own, in contrast, seemed rustic and even somewhat coarse. It was not surprising, since he lived in a place that suited Benassur's preferences. However, from that moment on, he committed to transforming his home, gradually, investing money and energy in its renovation, without falling into the grotesque ostentation that often characterizes the new rich.

At the agreed-upon hour, the protocol officer of the estate presented herself to announce that the Very High Lakua Asier would receive the guests from the Tharakos estate. Following the Ketirí etiquette, the official offered her arm to Eukario; behind them, Yusuf walked to the left and Jorge to the right. Jorge focused on not stepping on his tunic, trying to walk upright to avoid it.

They crossed several thresholds, all guarded by guardians with elegant functional uniforms, in which the colors green and yellow, representative of the Asier estate, predominated. These uniforms combined honor swords with lightweight automatic weapons hanging from their shoulders. Finally, two doors with reliefs of peacocks in a brilliant greenish tone opened before them, and they entered the hall where the hostess, surrounded by her honor retinue, awaited them.

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