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[color=6495ED][b]Time:[/b][/color] [color=lightgray] Evening 
[color=6495ED][b]Location:[/b][/color] Danrose Castle 
[color=6495ED][b]Interactions:[/b][/color] [@AuthenticTomb] Aslam & [@RemRam] Askel 
[color=6495ED][b]Mentions:[/b][/color] [@princess] Marina/Calbert & [@Oso] Ambrose/Cassius [/color]
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The way Aslam’s hand had lingered on her arms had sent shivers down Kira’s spine. A grin wrapped around her lips. She said nothing and paused to sip her wine and enjoy the food nearby her. After the moment had ended, Aslam continued his discussion with Askel. As the two gentlemen spoke, Kira’s eyes gazed over to Shehzadi Ranya. The Varian Prince and her? What an interesting match. Kira remained quiet and observed the two. Aslam’s gaze lingered on Askel’s hair, and the prince in question remained polite and cordial. At his apology, Kira waved her hand dismissively with a joyful laugh.

[color=6495ED]”Oh Prince Askel, it is not a problem, but do take care, especially if you’re armed next time. We wouldn’t want an accident.”[/color] She paused and sipped her wine once more absentmindedly. [color=6495ED]”But I promise you, it’s fine. It’s not everyday you’re bumped into by both a knight and a prince. I consider fortune to favor me.”[/color]

Their attention was interrupted by the entrance of Princess Marina and their knight, Ambrose. Her attention moved to view them both and couldn’t help but raise her eyebrows. What a pair of absolute beautiful human beings. When her gaze returned to Aslam, she could only imagine heart eyes over his face. His nervousness was not lost to anyone with common sense. Amusement rose inside of her, but she didn’t comment on it, and pretended to be busy with her wine and treats. Seeing her plate was empty, she quickly refilled it, and used it as an excuse not to comment or appear to notice. 

Just then, her spine tingled. Chills ran down her spine as if there was an arctic breeze flowing inside. Her heart skipped two beats. Standing at the entrance with his bastardly father was the Scourge. Kira’s signature stoic expression remained on her face now, as her gaze settled on him. Her eyes narrowed and her right hand tightened around her wine glass. Her left hand instinctively went to her chest. 

[center][color=6495ED][i]Traitor.[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]Friend.[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]Fool.[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]Mentor.[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]Scourge.[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]Ally[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]Liar.[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]Confidant.[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]Traitor.[/i][/color][/center][center][color=6495ED][i]L...[/i][/color][/center]

Kira took several deep breaths. She returned her attention back to Aslam and Askel with her usual playful grin and entertainment. Prince Askel was rattling off his admiration of Ranya. Those two lovebirds had fallen fast and quick. The Alidasht crew had just arrived. Kira smiled for them, though a hollowness entered her chest, but it didn’t show; no, Kira was cool, calm and confident per usual, with a hint of arrogance. 

[color=6495ED]”That’s too adorable. I do see Shehzadi Ranya not too far away.”[/color] Kira’s voice was as sweet as honey. She gestured with her head in Ranya’s direction. A teasing grin was painted onto her face that didn’t meet her eyes. [color=6495ED]”Shehzade Aslam, do you have eyes for someone?”[/color] Kira inquired as she refilled her wine and sipped it. How many times had she refilled it already? [color=6495ED]”Perhaps a fellow redhead?”[/color] Kira teased and laughed, her gaze no longer moving towards [i]them[/i]. 

The agony from Marek’s magic still rang throughout her body. Her smile dropped each time she noticed her wine. Each time she felt an unpleasant emotion, she reached for food and wine, overindulgence be damned.[/color] 

[color=6495ED][i]Focus.[/i][/color]