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35: The Banquet Hall
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2024-10-29 19:42:56“Presenting his grace, The Grand Duke Kristen and His wife Grand Duchess Kristen” the chamberlain announced and almost the entire grand hall turned to the two walking in. Natalia had her arm in the crook of her husband’s and an elegant smile on her face as opposed to the ugly expression her brother had escorting the third princess in the hall earlier. Because of the sheer distaste radiating from the man beside her, she couldn’t find it in her to laugh.
“Oh my, it’s their first public appearance, is it not?”
“Lady Natalia is as beautiful as ever. She is the only one who truly suits his grace. They’re the most eye-catching couple here
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