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Chapter 215
Count Orlo rose from his seat.
"It is an honor to have you, Your Royal Highness."
The Crown Prince, who had been walking unabated, stopped in front of me and the Count.
"I am the one who is pleased to receive such assistance," he said.
After a brief handshake with the Crown Prince, the Count released his hand.
"Please take a seat here."
Count Orlo indicated the seat he had been occupying. It was natural for the person of highest rank to take the head seat. However, the Crown Prince declined the offer.
"It seems you were already dining there, please continue. I am fine."
"Um, but––"
"I think this spot will suit me."
Saying so, the Crown Prince pointed to the chair directly opposite me. As I lifted my gaze from the chair, I was met with a pair of crescent-moon shaped red eyes.
'Why is he smiling like that...'
Thanks to the Count, I could avoid the prince's persistent gaze that seemed almost confrontational.
