The moment the woman spoke her mind, the others panicked and covered her mouth.

"Have you lost your mind? You can't just say things like that. She's the princess consort-to-be! What if she heard you?"

They watched Annabella's back with anxiety, and the woman started to regret her words.

Even without considering Annabella's future title, just being the grand duke's daughter put her above them.

Knowing Annabella, if she had heard those words, she would surely make trouble for that woman.

"Okay, okay, I get it. I won't say things that will cause trouble anymore."

After the woman backed down, they all eagerly started talking about Matthew.

"Hey, do you think the good-looking Matthew has a date? Do you think he'll ask me to dance?"

"In your dreams! If he asks anyone, it'll be me..."

He doesn't know you. Why would he

prettier than

were tinged with a teasing edge. "Mr. Leon, you sure have a way with the ladies. They seem to like

say with that odd tone? And why are you here today? This is my wife's special

you're funny. I'm part of the delegation, so of course, I'm here because the king invited me. And besides, Lucy and I are former classmates. It's only right for me

a reason

by Cillian's nerves that he could almost feel his teeth grinding. He managed

and you don't need to hang around me to feel important. How about you head back to

guy liked his love rival, especially not when Lucy had already made it clear she was not interested in the other man. However, there

just thought since you're Lucy's husband and you're stuck waiting out here, you might be bored. I figured I'd come to keep you company," Cillian said, trying to get a rise out

snap. "Cillian, don't push me. If it weren't for my wife, do you really think I wouldn't deal with you?" "Go ahead! As

eyes locked

out when suddenly, a cheerful laugh that was light and refreshing cut through

it isn't Mr. Leon? What a surprise to bump into

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