It was not unexpected though, he knew they would try to belittle her.
It was how they were wired; the royal family were a tough set of people and it was no surprise they would act this way.
In fact, he had expected it, but not tonight of all nights, it was her party after all. That was why his queen needed to be someone strong to match them aura for aura. Unless they would trouble her peace and trample upon her.
He debated within himself if he should intervene in the situation and rescue her, but this was a woman's affair. Wouldn't it be bad for his image to be seen meddling?
"Then where do I belong?" He heard Candice ask, continuing the conversation.
"Anywhere but here, you are a human. You should be in your world and not here!" Peniel said rudely.
"Because of you, our chances at be
