The Kalil family palace was bustling with people donned in their finest silks and jewelry as they flooded into the halls to attend the birthday of the oldest son of the family. The palace was a bold statement of the family's wealth and love for luxury; truly sight to behold with its cream white stone, with turquoise and gold rooftops; elaborate windows engraved with filigree lattice and open terraces with flowing satin curtains. From the patterned floors designe...