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[color=lightgray]For a moment, Edin only watched him.

The advice did not offer the satisfaction of punishment, but it was logical. If the court forgot Lorenzo by the end of the evening, then Edin had not been insulted.

[color=DDB775]“Rise, Mr. Deacon.”[/color] He said at last.

His gaze passed over the ballroom. [color=DDB775]“You are correct. Duke Vikena has already made himself look ridiculous enough without my assistance. Let him leave with that shame.”[/color]

He looked back down at his advisor. [color=DDB775]“Tomorrow, we have Lord Ravenwood’s trial. I am curious what the King and Queen of Varian will think of Caesonian justice when they see it placed properly before them.”[/color]

A pause followed, then he finally instructed,[color=DDB775]“For tonight, go enjoy yourself. Listen to what my court is saying... Especially about me. And keep your eyes open for another matter as well. Caesonia will require a queen again, eventually.”[/color]

Edin’s eyes returned to Alexander.[color=DDB775]“Birth, beauty, obedience, usefulness. I trust you understand the qualities worth noticing... Be discreet, Mr. Deacon. But do not be idle.”[/color]

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