#Chapter 218: The Arrival Dinner

The anticipation in the room was palpable, and the mention of the King joining us for dinner soon heightened my apprehension. I fidgeted with the fabric of my dress, trying to shake off the nerves. "Liam, why aren't you joining us for dinner?" Kendrick inquired as Liam lingered by the door. "I have matters to attend to, sir," Liam replied with a slight bow. "The King has requested my presence. I am certain that Prince Alexander will be here shortly to accompany you." What? I wondered to myself. Prince Alexander? With that, Liam exited, leaving us in the vast dining hall. The doors were guarded by stern-faced knights, their presence a reminder that this was not an ordinary dinner engagement. We were completely out of our element. Just outside, Kendrick's security team stood ready to protect us if need be. With Liam's absence, the three of us were locked in a room full of exquisite decor that exuded an air of magnificence. I couldn't help but feel like an outsider si