Everyone wore a beautiful smile on their faces as they watched the emperor of Spade and the most dazzling woman in the banquet dance in the slow melody. Their hands intertwined to the side, her hand on the back of his shoulder. His hand was on the curve of her back.
One step back, and a step forward, their feet moving in sync. Each movement was calculated, and their sharp eyes didn't hide their contempt. Yet, the side of their lips was curled up into a lopsided smirk.
"How did you like the wine?" Zero's voice was warm and inviting. "Good?"
"Will I get hanged if I speak lies?" Lilou let out a brief chuckle.
"I am not as crazy as you think I was, my dearest bride." He humored back, chuckling with his lips closed. "Not as crazy as you. Surely, not par for your unique taste in men."
Lilou giggled. "I don't think so, Your Majesty."
"Interesting. How so?"
