Diara POV
"A beast," I purred, feeling flushed.
"So, not me," Kennis smirked, and I couldn't help but chuckle.
"No," I said, biting my lower lip and batting my lashes. I knew Kennis was glancing at me.
"A dance with a prince might help keep the beast away," he suggested, extending his hand.
"I doubt that, but let's give it a try." I took his hand, and he guided me across the dance floor. He placed his right hand on my lower back and held my right hand. I put my left hand on his shoulder and took his right, and danced the familiar steps.
I didn't even have to converse with him. This man, Thias, kept boasting about himself and his status. We swayed to the music, and in my peripheral vision, I caught a glimpse of Emrys and Louis, both gaping at me, astonished by my boldnes
