Everyone was ecstatic about the emperor's choice. When the emperor called Francis, Adela was standing next to her father, enjoying the view. Adela glanced at Camilla, who was standing next to her while everyone was cheering for Francis. She was ecstatic as well. Her eyes were sparkling with excitement, and it appeared that it was her joy. Adela smiled as she saw her friend's joy. Her attention briefly shifted away from Camilla before abruptly landing on Richard.
It astounded Adela to discover that Richard was also glancing her way. Her ears became crimson in an instant. Why? Why was he in this place? Adela pondered as she lowered her gaze to the floor. She could still sense Richard's fixed eyes on her. She never imagined Richard would return to the banquet. Because, from what she'd heard, Richard didn't like parties, and despite fighting valiantly in the war, he wasn't getting a significant position. Then did he just come after hearing Adela's lecture?
