The soft flicker of oil lamps illuminated the Senate Hall, their light casting long shadows on the polished stone walls. Juleios stood tall in the center of the room, his gaze unyielding as he addressed the assembled senators and officers. The air was charged with anticipation as he spoke, his voice steady and resonant.
"I propose that we designate the upcoming wedding day as the Marriage Festival of Amendolara and dedicate it as a festival for the goddess Hera," Juleios declared. His words carried the weight of both tradition and renewal. "This festival will serve as a reminder of the hardships we have endured and the resilience that has brought us to this moment. It will emphasize the sanctity of marriage and the importance of family in strengthening the bonds of our city-state."
