Emilia stared at the hand extended toward her with a dazed look. She hesitated for a moment, then slowly raised her own hand to take it. Her fingers trembled slightly, and her movement was stiff.
Emilia's eyes narrowed faintly, and a small smirk touched her lips as she stepped down from the carriage, Jess and Lyria close by her side.
Ruth walked ahead without a word, leading Emilia into the mansion. The onlookers were stunned by the sight. Some even rubbed their eyes to make sure they were not imagining it.
They had always heard the Grand Duke and his wife had a poor relationship. Yet, what they were seeing now felt completely different from the rumors.
Seraphina stood a little away, her eyes wide in shock. She looked at the couple as if she could not believe her own eyes. On Kael's shoulder, Elfina, the tiny baby dragon with shimmering scales, sat perched comfortably. She tilted her head and chirped softly, sensing Kael's frown deepen.
