59 Who Will Win

Cecilia's pov

"Incredible," my father, sitting beside me, smiled and applauded. He looked towards the pale-faced Ron in the corner. "Is this the gift you wanted to give me?"

"Yes, Your Majesty," Ron stepped forward, his voice hoarse.

"Then why is she still wearing the black handkerchief?" My father looked with interest at the silent woman in white.

"Because... cough!" Ron coughed, covering his mouth, and Johnson quickly stood up to answer, "Ah, Your Majesty, I believe Ron hopes that you would personally unveil her, so you can see her beauty firsthand."

"Haha," my father seemed amused, and I squinted, carefully observing Johnson, sensing an unusual excitement in him.

"Well then, let me take a look," my father stood up from his seat, descending the steps slowly until he reached the woman.