But as the atmosphere calmed, Luna looked at Damian with eyes that were suddenly tearful.
"Can't you stay for a few more days? I didn't get to spend much time with you while you were here... Just a little longer?"
Her voice carried such raw emotion that everyone at the table immediately understood what she was really saying.
This was someone in love, desperate for any additional moments with the person they cared about most.
Damian became visibly uncomfortable, his posture shifting, his eyes looking anywhere except at Luna.
He'd grown used to Luna being shy and reserved about her feelings.
But now she was being so open and direct, expressing her love in front of the entire family without any attempt to hide it.
"I-I need to pack and organize things for tomorrow's departure. I'll see you guys tomorrow~"
He stood up quickly, the excuse transparent to everyone present, and left the dining room with more haste than grace.
"..."
Silence fell across the table.
