Engagement

"Come, sit here beside Alicia." Edgar gestured eagerly.

Resigned, Arthur sighed and took his seat beside Alicia, who, to his surprise, appeared visibly flustered. Her fingers fidgeted with the hem of her dress, and her face was tinged with a soft pink hue.

'What's with her now?' he wondered.

Before he could dwell on it, a sultry voice reached his ears.

"They look so wonderful together, don't they?"

Arthur turned his head to see Isolde smiling warmly. Her voice was rich, velvety, carrying an almost teasing undertone.

"Indeed," Elona chimed in, her own smile growing.

Iliyana chuckled lightly, nodding in agreement.

Lucious, ever the silent observer, simply sipped his tea, while Edgar grinned from ear to ear.

Alicia, on the other hand, squirmed slightly, her blush deepening.

Arthur blinked. "What's this about?"

His confusion only grew as everyone exchanged amused glances.