Lion Head Mesa the tower

he had already thought brecheliant to be a peasant-riddled place and this conversation confirmed it. eljay had no true power, not even as a father. ramesses felt that their alliance would be quite one-sided indeed. but he kept his face diplomatic and interested as the man finished his words.
this time eljay did mention the pending marriage, which curled the pharaoh's lips in pleasure. but, reminded that the auspex had not come here to discuss that, he did not comment upon it.
"we worship the gods here. They have their feast days, names, prayers. holy men choose auspicious dates on which to be married or to be laid to rest." his lazuli eyes shone. "come with me now, if you are ready. i will show you all the sights in akashingo."
grandly he swept to his paws, gaze inviting despite his inward haughtiness.