Raya's POV
I laced my hand back with Charles and wrapped my other hand around his bicep like we had done before. Only this time, my cheeks were flushed, and I was full-blown blushing for Charles carrying me down the stairs. It was unexpected that he was actually being kind towards me.
I noticed all the eyes glued to us when we reached the dining area. It looked more like a ballroom if you asked me. But im sure everything was this fancy in the palace.
I gripped onto Charles hand and arm when the curious looks turned quickly to disgust when they saw i was stuck to Charles like a leach. Especially from this overly beautiful red head. Her hair was long and silky, and it rested on her mid back. She wore an overly tight red dress that left very little to the imagination. I swear you could see
