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Leo noticed the change in Caron's expression; it had suddenly hardened. Leo sensed the same murderous intent he had witnessed when their train was ambushed. But this time, the waves in Caron's ocean were even more violent, and it made Leo break into a cold sweat without even realizing it.
What kinds of thoughts are in your mind, Caron? Leo thought.
This was a banquet hosted by the royal family. If they stirred up trouble here, that would be the same as dragging royal authority through the mud. As Leo sensed the impending disaster, he draped an arm around Caron's shoulders and said quietly, "Caron, the guests are coming. We should greet them."
It seemed Leo's effort had reached Caron. The murderous intent that emanated from him seemed to recede. A few seconds later, he turned to Leo with a smile, saying, "Thanks, Leo. I almost made a mistake there."
The sharp hostility that had filled the air was now masked behind that smile. Caron expertly hid his emotions as he turned his gaze toward the group approaching them, which had been drawn in by Revelio's earlier provocations.
At the front of the group stood a nobleman with a calm, confident demeanor. He said in a smooth, polite tone, "It's been a while, Your Highness."
Revelio gave him a casual wave in response and said, "Karim of House Diaz. Yes, it's been some time."
"Your Highness, it seems you haven't changed at all," Karim said.
"I try to stay consistent, you know. Ah, you should be introduced....
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