Lionel and Cassian smiled at each other. However, beneath their friendly gazes was an invisible tension slowly spreading throughout the dining hall.
The Emperor quietly observed the two for a moment before finally speaking.
"Since you are already here, Cassian, sit down and eat with us."
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Cassian immediately lowered his head respectfully. He didn't even bat an eye at the offer.
The servants quickly prepared another seat beside Lionel afterward.
"You may sit."
Unlike Lionel earlier, Cassian waited properly for permission before sitting down at the table. Soon enough, Cassian finally joined them for the meal, and, strangely enough, the atmosphere of the place became different at that
Earlier, they only looked like a noble family having lunch together. But when Cassian arrived, they became more formal.
Cassian sat properly with perfect posture while speaking elegantly whenever the Emperor addressed him.
