The reason for his nerves was simple: today, he had been invited to a family dinner.
"I'm so nervous... Hey, do I look okay?"
He repeated the question he had already asked countless times, glancing up at Malvis beside him.
Malvis chuckled gently, clearly amused.
"There's nothing wrong at all, Morin. You look adorable."
"Adorable, really?"
With that sweet gaze and even sweeter smile, it was impossible not to blush.
Morin turned his eyes away, feeling embarrassed but happy.
The inside of the castle was calmer than he expected.
It was already night, so only a limited number of people were around.
The dining area prepared for them was smaller, a more intimate table reserved for family.
When Morin entered alongside Malvis, Qi Yu noticed them and greeted him with a slightly bemused smile.
"Welcome, Morin."
"Uncle Qi Yu... Um, I..."
What should he say?
While he was still trying to figure it out, Qi Yu smiled warmly and pulled him into a hug.
