Dare

The tables were laden with the finest foods and wines, and the grand hall was filled with laughter, music, and dancing. This should be a happy day, but Katelina felt bad for feeling sick. She tried her best to maintain her composure because she didn't want their guests to notice something was amiss.

[Kate, you're feeling weary. What's wrong?] Ezekiel asked through their bond, gently squeezing her hand.

[If you want, we can already sneak out so you can rest well,] Ezekiel suggested.

Katelina gulped and muttered, [But the celebration is just starting. What will they think if we leave?] She was feeling sick and a bit dizzy.

[It's fine. They will just think their king couldn't wait to have private time with his queen,] Ezekiel hummed before standing up and offering her his hand.

"Shall we?" he asked with a wink. Katelina accepted it and let Ezekiel help her up. She gasped when he suddenly carried her in his arms in a bridal style.