#Chapter 17 Forging A Bond

Before Prince Kaine and I enter the banquet hall his beta Jake pulls to the side. “You are well aware that your job is to watch for any suspicious activity, but there is something else that I need you to do tonight.” I look at Jake curiously wondering what his request could be. Jake glances at Prince Kaine who is waiting patiently by the entrance as we speak, “I need you to help the prince deflect drinks. He is not allowed alcohol with the current state of his health, but it is not something that the prince wants revealed publicly at this time.” I nod infusing my gaze with understanding. They are worried that the prince will lose control if he has too much to drink. If Prince Kaine has a public outburst, his reputation may not recover. I regard Jake seriously as I respond. “Of course, I’ll do what I need to ensure the safety of the prince.” He smiles, “Thank you, Ember,” he replies before leading back in the direction of Prince Kaine. People begin swarming us the moment we en