Katelyn’s hand came to a stop. She stayed seated and remained silent. Vincent, having regained his composure, nodded respectfully to the King. “I am very sorry about this.”
He had already presented this idea to the King before. His trip to Yata this time was simply to follow through with the formalities. It was an essential step for Ryanna.
At that moment, Ryanna entered the room. She asked the King gently, “Father, haven’t you already agreed to this?”
The King’s expression softened as he replied to Ryanna, “You don’t need to concern yourself with this matter any longer. I know what needs to be done. Please take Miss Bailey to rest. We will all have dinner together later.”
It was nearly five in the afternoon. It would be an ideal time for them to dine together later.
Ryanna, understanding and cooperative, nodded and replied, “Yes.” She then turned to Katelyn with a smile and said, “Miss Bailey, please come with me.”
Katelyn did not . She exchanged a meaningful look with Vincent, their eyes briefly meeting. Then, she rose and followed Ryanna, politely saying, “Thank you, Princess Ryanna, for leading the way.” The two then exited the room.
After they left, the King gestured to the seat opposite him and said, “Please, take a seat.”
Vincent took the seat.
The King said, “Katelyn is quite unique. I’ve heard several things about her.”
Vincent stayed quiet. He simply sat and listened attentively.
The King, observing Vincent, said with increased firmness, “However, I must be clear: I do not want the termination of your engagement with Ryanna to interfere with our agreement. Should it affect our dealings, no one, no matter their status, will leave Yata unscathed.”
Vincent understood the King’s implication. The agreement in question was the arms trade between their parties. This arrangement wasn’t solely managed by Vincent; other members of the Adams family were also involved. If Vincent were being impeded by others in the Adams family, the deal between them would surely face complications. As a result, the supply of goods on both sides would become unbalanced. It was just a marriage. To the King, it meant nothing. However, the weapons were critical. They represented the backbone of a nation.
Vincent met the King’s gaze, his expression composed and resolute. He said, “That will not happen.”
Following this assurance, the King ceased discussing the topic. He rose and moved towards the floor-to-ceiling windows. Standing tall and poised, his stature remained impressive even past fifty, his demeanor elegant yet marked by life’s trials.
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Gazing out at the landscape, he murmured thoughtfully, “Vincent, you’ve exposed your weakness too soon.”
Caught off guard, Vincent was momentarily taken aback.
At that moment, Vincent quickly grasped the King’s intent. Barry’s earlier words seemed to have been a deliberate move by the King. Vincent rose from his seat and acknowledged the King with a subtle nod. “I appreciate your wisdom, Your Majesty.”
The King offered little more than a fleeting glance in response.
Meanwhile, in Princess Ryanna’s room,
Katelyn surveyed the space. The minimalist furniture and pristine simplicity of the room created an unexpectedly soothing atmosphere. Ryanna moved toward the sofa, gestured to the seat, and said to Katelyn, “Miss Bailey, please, make yourself comfortable.”
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