The dining room buzzed with small talk and the sounds of the maids serving. Angelina engaged in conversation with Norah, while her husband conversed with Lady Winter, discussing something of great importance. The three reapers remained mostly silent, responding to the elders' questions with nods and hums, while Damien quietly ate his food, mirroring Ivan's behavior.
"Ms. Ziana is here," the butler announced as Ziana entered the hall, capturing everyone's attention.
Ziana smiled at the group, avoiding a direct glance at a particular figure. She quickly took a seat beside Angelina, far away from where Zayden was sitting, and sheepishly smiled at her mother, who had been silently glaring at her.
"Did you sleep well?" Angelina asked, pouring juice into Ziana's glass. Ziana nodded with a smile in response. William, sitting on the main chair next to hers, filled her plate with a few desserts.
