Chapter 55 · The Waltz with the Enemy

The melody of the grand orchestra filled the banquet hall, but the atmosphere was somehow unsettled.

An imperial social event of the highest order, and a grand banquet commemorating the emperor's birthday. Yet the guest of honor, Erhan, had left his seat without a word.

"Where on earth is His Majesty?"

"Indeed. The banquet cannot truly begin until His Majesty dances the first dance."

Waiting for the emperor's return, no one dared step onto the dance floor. Only the splendid music circled emptily through the banquet hall.

It was the moment when the murmuring was gradually growing louder. The massive glass doors of the terrace leading to the rear garden were flung open roughly.

Bang!

At the sudden sound, every gaze in the banquet hall turned toward it at once.

What appeared at the door was Emperor Erhan, who had vanished from sight moments ago. And with him, Isadel, her…