_Alina's POV_
Taking a deep breath, I steadied myself and looked down at the shopkeeper. "Your conduct today represented not just an injustice towards me, but an injustice towards everyone. As a manager of a royal enterprise, your behavior reflects on the entire royal family. If we let this go unpunished, more victims will suffer. I'm sorry, but this is necessary."
Juliet nodded and said, "Alina is right. We can't allow such behavior to go unpunished."
The shopkeeper released his grip, his shoulders slumping in defeat. Alaric nodded approvingly at me, his eyes filled with pride. "You handled that well, Alina."
Juliet and I carefully selected dresses within the shop. I wanted to find something perfect for the banquet. After browsing for a while, I chose a simple yet elegant lo
