Mira, in the pretext of entertaining the two princes, did not go back to the dance floor. But the main reason was that she did not want people to compare how many of tonight's bachelors wanted to dance with Lara. So she stayed at the VIP table where Reuben and Alderan sat, ensuring the food and wine were properly served. She hated that of all days, she chose to return today. Was it just a coincidence, or was it intentional?
Prince Alderan observed the young woman as she enthralled her audience with an infectious energy. She possessed a beauty that was striking in its own right; yet, when placed beside the ethereal radiance of Lara, she seemed to fade into the background. However, she exuded a captivating charm that was all her own. He noticed a rare glint of cunning slyness in her eyes—an intriguing depth far from typical for someone of her tender age of eighteen.
