As soon as they exited the room, Chris reached for Elsa's hand, and he was pleasantly surprised when she didn't object. She reciprocated by clasping his hand, bringing a smile to his face, all while they remained unaware of what awaited them outside.
Upon leaving Laura's house, they were met with all eyes fixed on them, a fact that Elsa quickly noticed. Instead of feeling embarrassed and lowering her head, she boldly intertwined her fingers with Chris' and wrapped her other arm around his. This simple act prompted many of the onlookers to engage in hushed conversations, speculating about Elsa.
Prince Andrius and Prince Drake who were both clearly drunk, greeted them with glasses of beer. "Where did you two disappear to? You nearly missed the festivities. They're about to start the marking ritual," Drake remarked as he handed a glass of beer to Chris.
