Rosaline quietly chuckled as she stood next to Ghislain.

"You’re quite popular today, Baron."

Ghislain sighed, his expression clearly showing his exhaustion.

"This kind of popularity? I can do without it. The way everyone is staring, I might end up with burns from all the heated glares."

"Well, they’ve just confirmed that my illness is cured and heard that my father has officially become your patron. They’re probably all restless, trying to hold themselves back. It’s only a matter of time before they come to you."

"And that’s exactly why I said the banquet wasn’t necessary. I’m just going to …