Chapter 77 - Conflict with Ludolf
Jothan POV Now that the political part of things was completed, it was time for socializing. The part my mother had exhaustively trained me for. It was odd that she had, in a way, since I was never going to be in line for the throne. Instinct, on her part, I suppose. The venue was sparkling like usual, held in the ballroom. We greeted family first. My mother and father, followed by Erik's brother, then Rin's mother and father. They were all well and happy to see us, though they were still trying to be subtle about their support. It was hard not to blush at all of their little jokes. Donato, much like Nexus had said, was not that bad. I took him aside to speak with him in an alcove, my link open for the others. "King Donato, pardon me for seeking a private conversation." I tried to ignor
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