Possible engagement

There was an awkward silence that followed as Ariel didn't seem to hear me at all.

She was completely focused on the dessert that the maid brought her that she didn't seem to hear a single thing that was happening around her.

There was an awkward look that appeared on my face seeing this, but I stopped my wives who were beside her from interrupting her as she ate.

When she was done, I finally said the same thing again.

Ariel looked at me with a surprised look this time before slowly giving a nod and saying, "Alright, I have a few things that I want to discuss with you as well."

I was surprised to hear this, but I gave a slow nod in response.

When the dishes were cleared and the maids left the room, I didn't speak right away as I looked at the prime minister.

Only when I saw him giving a nod did I say, "Let's talk about the favour that I want to ask of you."