Alicia, sensing the discomfort escalating, tried to keep her composure. "Mr. Jonas, I appreciate the sentiment, but I believe I need to return to the ballroom," she said, attempting to gracefully extricate herself from the situation.
Just as Alicia thought she was finally free from Jonas's somewhat intrusive company, he spoke again. "Oh, that reminds me..." With an air of reluctant release, he let go of her hand, allowing a sigh of relief to escape her. "Princess Adrasteia inquired about your whereabouts. She seemed rather eager to tell you something," he informed her, a hint of mischief dancing in his eyes.
Alicia's curiosity was piqued, her unease momentarily overshadowed by the prospect of information from the princess. "Thank you for letting me know, Mr. Jonas," she replied, seizing the opportunity to gracefully disengage from their encounter.
As Jonas nodded in acknowledgment, Alicia couldn't help but feel a lingering gaze on her.
