Evening fell.
Upon receiving the Black Insect Lord's invitation, the leaders of the Great Families in Endless Day City immediately prepared lavish gifts.
They headed to the Lord's Manor for the evening banquet.
Although the Victory Banquet had only been held yesterday, the pressure exerted by the Black Insect Lord left them afraid to show the slightest negligence.
Besides, the Black Insect Lord had clearly stated his reason for hosting the banquet in the invitation.
It was to welcome Anthony, a reclusive King Bugmaster who would be settling in Endless Day City for the long term.
The news immediately caused an uproar among the families.
A King Bugmaster!
An existence at the highest rank in the entire plane!
That made attending all the more necessary. If the Black Insect Lord refused to let them attend the banquet,
they would have been unhappy about it.
After all, Kings-the pinnacle of combat power-were exceedingly rare throughout the entire plane of Vala.
Many people might never meet one in their entire lives.
Moreover, Anthony's long-term residence would reshape the balance of power in Endless Day City.
If anyone could forge a connection with this King Bugmaster, even a casual reward from him would be enough to send their family soaring to success.
Thus, currying favor with Master Anthony was essential.
Every family in Endless Day City had to try.
If their gift happened to suit Master Anthony's tastes, it would be like hitting the jackpot.
With Master Anthony's support, their family would surely stand in a league of its own in Endless Day City.
With enough growth, they might even extend their influence into the surrounding cities.
So, after receiving their invitations, each family held a meeting to decide what gifts to bring to the banquet.
Now, inside the Lord's Manor, there were