Bleed for you

Bright sat in contemplation, half of his soul seemingly lost. Connie pretended not to overhear Otto's enraged voice, although it resonated loudly enough for her to catch.

With the phone still gripped in his hand, Bright absorbed the news that the Ross kingdom was entangled in this affair. The telephone receiver rested against his stomach, and his eyes stared into emptiness.

The realization that his actions had broader consequences, not only for himself but for the kingdom, left him in a state of profound reflection. The echoes of his father's disapproval reverberated in his mind, creating a dissonance that intensified the weight on his shoulders.

Connie, realizing the gravity of the situation, gently took the phone from Bright's hand. She motioned for the servants to leave, creating a private space for the prince.