The 5 were seated in the restaurant, partially enjoying their food. Alice seemed lost in her thoughts until Felix broke the silence with a question borne out of annoyance
Prince Felix: How did we all end up here?
Prince Felix asked, though it was a question out of annoyance. The tension among made sense, given their strained relationships.
Prince Henrik and Felix thought of giving a chance to Princess Alice and accepting her as their sister, but the awkwardness among them was noticeable, as it was too sudden for the improving relationship.
As for Prince Carlos, who always hated the children of Queen Sabina, held competitive endge against Felix. As for Henrik, despite initial resentment, secretly admired him.
It was a normal issue that he hated Alice to the core from the very beginning.
Max found himself in a state of confusion amidst the conflicting dynamics.
Prince Henrik: Are you the knight who assists Prince Carlos?
Prince Henrik asked uncertainly, as he found it odd for a knight to sit around the same table as the Imperial Family.
Max: The Prince has misunderstood. My duty is solely at the borders during wartime
Prince Carlos: He is my friend, and we're here to enjoy the festival. Is the Crown Prince uncomfortable sitting alongside a commoner?
Carlos added, smiling mockingly at Henrik. But before Henrik could say anything, Alice interrupted.
Alice: A question about status by Prince Carlos? What a funny topic it is
Alice's comment left Carlos speechless. Despite his previous attempts to belittle Alice by emphasizing status, he now found himself openly declaring a commoner as his friend, which contradicted his previous stance and left him in an awkward position.
Max: Um... perhaps we should leave soon. The festival is wrapping up, and it would be a shame to miss the fireworks display.
Max redirected the conversation to prevent the situation from deteriorating further. As they exited the restaurant, they lifted their heads to behold the breathtaking sight of the sky painted with various colors, mesmerizing everyone.
Unintentionally, smiles graced the faces of each person, except for Alice, who maintained her usual blank expression. As darkness reclaimed the sky, heads bowed, but Alice remained fixed on the empty expanse above.
Alice: The calmness is what enhances the beauty of the sky
she whispered, letting a smile form on her face.
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Everything for the throne
Historical FictionThe story takes an unexpected turn when the man she once served becomes her fiancé, forcing her to confront her past feelings and the new circumstances she finds herself in
