Chapter52:

“Oh beautiful flower, what is your name?” he begged as the music struck up and he led me in a waltz. “Kayla.” I lied, swallowing hard as my heart thundered against my ribs. “Ah. A beautiful name for the prettiest poppy in the room.”  I must hand it to him, the man is a smooth talker. I didn’t respond, smiling as demurely as I could manage. He pressed me closer to him as we danced and I took that as my cue. “I heard that you were a triplet, my liege.” He smiled and nodded. “And yet, I only see you and one other – although I do believe you are more handsome than the one I have seen. Are you more handsome than the one who is absent from this glorious party?”  Phantasus laughed, although the sound was devoid of true amusement. “My flower, I am the most handsome of all my brothers.” “I cannot believe you unless I see the third, my liege.” I taunted, looking up at him from under my fake eyelashes. He looked worried for a second before he smiled at me.  “Unfortunately, my one brother will not