Blood and Wine

It was that time again, the Grand Festival held at Dressrosa every few years. Taking place in the very center of the main island, Corrida II, one of the largest colosseums in the world, holding thousands of gladiators at once, and even more audience members, awaiting to witness blood and gore for their entertainment, with the grand prize at the end being the driving point for so many fighters.

The Longinus Family sat at the dinner table, a rectangle shape extending to feet all the family members and then some, with Niu sitting at the end of the table, her wife Camellia right next to her on the table, while the rest of the seats were occupied by the other family members.

Niu gestured to her servants, who came and filled her glass cup with wine, before stepping back "This is exciting, isn't it." Niu said, catching the attention of her family as they ate "This time around, my dear children, you will be far more involved in this event. You will understand the importance of the Grand Festival of Flowers, and see what the common man will do for a chance at greatness." She said "Preparations should be about done for tomorrow. I expect everyone to be diligent and responsible. Mistakes won't be forgiven easily. Am I clear.".