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Maxi frowned as she walked down the corridor. The thought of King Reuben III parading her husband around like a trophy greatly upset her. The least the king could do was give him some time to catch his breath.

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"I did hear you had become a mother," Maxi said awkwardly. "I know it is late, but… congratulations."

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Turning to face her, Riftan playfully offered his hand. "My fair lady, would you grant me the honor of a dance?"

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A faint crease formed on his brow. Though his displeasure at her counter-question was apparent, surprisingly, he meekly answered first. "This was a gift from His Majesty. He's been complaining about my attire since before the expedition. He bestowed me with a mountain of clothes as soon as I arrived, I believe to parade me around."

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Riftan suddenly nudged her into the corner, growling, "Who else needs to find you beautiful?"

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Though she felt her anger subside, she deliberately maintained a brusque tone as she said, "Y-You are the only one who thinks so. To others—"

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Her face heated up even more as she glared at him. She could not fathom how he could say such embarrassing things with a straight face.

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Riftan followed, still looking mystified. "I think your freckles are adorable. They make you look like a playful sprite. Why hide them?"

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A moment later, she noticed the knights' stares. Blushing furiously, she shot them a haughty glare before fleeing toward the wall.

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Maxi snapped out of her trance. Before she could react, Riftan had her face cupped in his hands and was wiping her cheeks with his thumbs. She slapped his hand away in alarm.

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Riftan reached out to raise her chin. His brow creased as he looked down at her. "What's this on your face?"

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Her mind went blank as the candlelight fully illuminated the man standing before her. Entranced, she swept her gaze slowly over him. She could not recall ever seeing him dressed so glamorously.

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Her cheeks suddenly warmed. He looked more like a nobleman who lived a decadent life at court than a knight. His displeasure, combined with his imposing air, somehow made him all the more captivating.

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Maxi's gaze swept across the room as she stopped at the entrance. It was filled with hundreds of people dressed in silk, velvet, and adorned with jewels. Women, resplendent as peacocks, and men in their knightly uniforms danced on the marble floor. Seated at the tables, the high priests and feudal lords seemed engrossed in conversation while they feasted.

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