There is a large marbled floor with ornate inlay-ed floor decorations.  The ceiling is tall and also ornately decorated with beautiful plaster decorations that touches by gold lining.  The space is high and well lit with many windows but has a dark musky smell.
Grand Ballroom, Inside Castle
person
soldiers
I am a soldier for the king.  He sends us to take land and battle other kingdoms.  I will always defend my kingdom.
What are you doing here person!? I am a royal from the neighboring kingdom. Your king invited me to stay at his castle.  Do you have a written invitation? You need only ask your king. I am surprised he isn't here to greet me in person knowing I was arriving today.  The king has king has fallen ill and no one is allowed to see him. And the queen? Surely, she can come greet her guest? She is out seeking the doctor. I am sorry, but I must ask your leave as we are instructed not to let anyone enter without an invitation. How insulting! I did not travel all this way to be turned away. Do you really want to risk offending our entire kingdom! I am sorry but I am under strict orders. Shall I see you out? No, I think I will wait here until someone worth talking to arrives.  The queen might take a few days. Are you sure? Surely, one of the king's advisors is here? They planned this whole event to promote peace among kingdoms. 