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..."

you? He doesn't know you. Why

I'm prettier

and stopped in front of Matthew. His words were tinged with a teasing edge. "Mr. Leon, you sure have a way with the ladies. They seem

He was not pleased. "What are you trying to say with that odd tone? And why are you here today? This is my wife's special day, and it's got nothing to do with

Leon, you're funny. I'm part of the delegation, so of course, I'm here because the king invited me. And besides, Lucy and

presence with a reason that seemed to make sense to

almost feel his teeth grinding. He managed a mocking laugh

you don't need to hang around me

liked his love rival, especially not when Lucy had already made it clear she was

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

me. If it weren't for my wife, do you

locked

to break out when suddenly, a

surprise to bump into you

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