The announcement of the Emperor still shocked some but many smiled in our direction as if they have anticipated it to happen.
"Oh my goodness, congratulations to the both of you!" One lady went to our side to greet us.
I gave her a bow and smiled.
The whole remaining time became like that. Everyone kept on trying to get on my good side, and they were some who were hostile towards me that change 360 degrees after the announcement.
When the ball ended and the majority of the visitors already left, I noticed that Halo is here as well. His eyes went in my direction when he felt me staring, he bow down and smiled at me.
But I knew that his smile doesn't reach his eyes, and I know deep inside that I am the reason for that.
I panicked when he turned his body away and started walking.
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