“Why don’t you two join us for lunch later today?” Prince Ryan asked invitingly. He seemed like a nice guy.
I was about to open my mouth to answer him when Darius cut in with a cold voice.
“Maybe another day. Excuse us,” Darius rejected Prince Ryan’s offer without a second thought. Turning to address the emperor and the empress, he bowed, and I quickly did the same.
“Wait, Darius!” the emperor called out behind us.
Breathing out a silent sigh, Darius slowly turned back to face his father.
“Yes, Father?” Darius asked, trying his best to hide his annoyance.
“I have arranged a trip for you and Lady White Camellia to the holiday palace in Luwin province. It is not far from here but you two can relax and enjoy the hot springs there. Please make sure you leave on holiday together tom
