'This is so uncomfortable. Just how long will I have to sit here and pretend to smile? My cheeks have started to hurt as well.'
Shuu asked himself the same question for the third time as he accepted the cup of tea Lady Sera had poured him.
The tension around the table could be cut with a knife, and the whole room was focusing on their table, wondering what would happen next.
Lady Sera broke the tension and stood up. Her actions highlighted her dress and showed off the golden splendor to everyone.
"Everyone, welcome to this special guest party. Today, I would like to have the honor of introducing the person who helped Prince Kaiden a lot on his journey and is now his ex-companion-Shuu."
The lack of a last name told people that he was a commoner, and a subdued response was heard from all around.
Shuu remained seated, but his sharp hearing picked up people talking about him and his 'background.'
"Tsk, he just got lucky to be picked up by Prince Kaiden."
