Beside the low and pale fences, the branches of the summer oak trees extended beyond the barriers, with a few song thrushes perched on the new tender shoots, emitting sharp chirping sounds.
The glass-like sunlight shone on the backs of the war horses nibbling at the fresh grass, reflecting a lustrous, metallic sheen.
Mira's body swayed gently with the warhorse, and the luxurious short sword at his waist clinked crisply against his belt buckle.
This gilded short sword was inlaid with fine gems and silver reliefs.
This single purchase cost Mira a whole 12 gold pounds, and the three suits he bought added another 6 gold pounds.
This consumption alone took nearly half of the 40 gold pounds given to him by Grand Duke Moliat.
His companions all advised him to buy cattle, sheep, houses, and land back in his hometown, but Mira did not agree.
Good education and eloquence, handsome looks, combined with these status-revealing attires, were an entry ticket to the upper class.
