A few moments earlier ~
Meanwhile, Cedric approached Liana, his posture refined yet sincere as he raised his champagne glass in salute.
"Congratulations, Lady Cortez."
Liana mirrored his movement, the delicate glint of her emerald ring catching the candlelight as she lifted her glass.
"Thank you, Lord Cedric."
The moment was brief, but charged with respect—one between two individuals who were unable to recognize the overwhelming brotherly feeling towards her, as if she were someone whom he needed to protect, while his sister was also present.
The moment was brief, but charged with respect—one between two individuals who were unable to recognize the overwhelming brotherly feeling towards her, as if she were someone whom he needed to protect, while his sister was also present.
Another who struggled with suppressing her feelings to call out for her brother, tell him that she is his real sister.
Then—Diana and Rosette arrived, their presence bringing another wave of warmth.
