Orion, still grinning like a mischievous cat, ambled over to stand with Niko and Aria, who were doing their absolute best to appear composed, but failing spectacularly. Their discomfort was written all over their faces as they shuffled awkwardly, their eyes darting anywhere but at the prince.
The tension between them and their forced politeness made them look like children caught red-handed in mischief.
"You should've been here earlier," Orion quipped, his tone laced with amusement. "It was even better before you walked in."
Aria shot him a sharp look that practically screamed, shut up, but Orion's grin only widened, clearly enjoying the moment.
