[table][row][/row][row][cell][center][img]https://i.imgur.com/U9kwQtG.png[/img][/center][/cell][cell] [color=#50b0f1][center][img]https://txt.1001fonts.net/img/txt/dHRmLjcyLmU5ZDkxOC5RWFZuZFhOMFpTQkJiR1JsYmlCRVlXNXliM05sLjA/feathergraphy-decoration.regular.webp[/img][/center][/color] [indent][hr][/indent][hr] [indent][sup][color=#EEDC5B]Attire:[/color] [url=https://i.imgur.com/06FGLYV.png]Formal attire.[/url] [color=#EEDC5B]Interaction(s):[/color] Everyone currently present at the Dinner. [color=#EEDC5B]Mention(s):[/color] [/sup][/indent][/cell][/row][/table] [indent]Auguste stared coldly at Mayet as she went on her tirade, seemingly taking a dig at everyone present. Though he tried his best to sympathize with her position, he found it difficult to do so as she seemed to be lashing out. He even silently agreed with her words regarding the relative bias of their country's laws, but to drag his family into her example struck a nerve. He could not help but think how such an outburst was triggered by Duke Lorenzo's boorish statements; he understood the anger but not the degree of the response. Surely one of royalty was able to handle insults, direct or indirect, in a much more refined manner? A touch of pity laced his expression with how easily she cut ties with her own family, even Farim, who responded in a calm and level-headed manner compared to some of his siblings. Especially over a disagreement. Auguste thought to respond to her words but it didn't seem like words were going to get through to the Shehzadi, as such he bit his tongue. [color=#EEDC5B]“I understand, Sultan Raif Kadir.”[/color] Auguste replied, recognizing the calm fury of the Sultan. [color=#EEDC5B]“It has been a long day filled with rather... extenuating events. I will overlook this event and not push for anymore punishment under Caesonian law as an extension and consideration of our kingdom's long and bountiful alliance while also considering Duke Lorenzo's... misgivings earlier today.”[/color] He glanced towards the Vikenas and gave them an apologetic look. [color=#EEDC5B]“I only ask you to make it right with Duke Lorenzo and Lady Charlotte.”[/color] Auguste said in finality, finally moving past the event. He sat on his chair once more, to enjoy the dinner without any further interruptions. Auguste sighed internally, he was [b]exhausted[/b]. Between this event and his lack of sleep, hopefully it was all today would bring. [color=#EEDC5B]“I have enjoyed the meal thus far, the chicken tikka masala so far. I have always had a penchant for spicy food. I think no other kingdom prepares them before than Alidasht.”[/color] Auguste said, a small smile on his face. The atmosphere within the dinner had been strained, likely beyond repair at this point. It was best to move past it, awkward as it may be. Auguste began tasting all the desserts being served. Even as a Prince it was rare to taste delicacies from far lands. Others would be able to tell his delight at eating the desserts. [/indent]