Two Years.

"The trial is complete, please disperse immediately." 

Saying so, she turned around and walked off the platform heading towards the building on the back. 

Upon her instruction, the city guards who were on standby earlier stirred into action. They calmly directed the crowds to disperse, while ensuring that none rushed towards the stone platform or past it into the Governor's office.

The crowd for their part did not resist and obediently dispersed. They were used to the proceedings of the trial and have had their quota of enjoyment, continued with their daily work.

The guard who was in charge of leading Lucius to the Governor also reacted. "Follow me and we will meet—wait? Where did he go?!"

Only to find that the latter was no longer standing next to him.

"Hey! Stop right there!!"

"Hold it! You cannot enter this area without permission!"

"Dammit! It's an enemy attack!!"