Chapter 155

I couldn't say I was excited to see them...in fact, I didn't want them here at the table at all. They eyed me confrontationally but no words were said. A few minutes later, mother came through the door, smiling taking her seat. As she sat down, I saw glimpses of treacherous hate through her soft honey eyes. She looked at everyone with a warm grin. "Good day to you all. I hope all are having a blessed day..." She said. We nodded in acknowledgement. Lastly the emperor came, taking his throne with such a pretentious grin. "I hope everyone's having a glorious morning because I know I am..." The King said, as he took his seat. He grabbed my mother's hand. She gave him a fearsome glare before bowing her head. It was very noticeable, Everyone catching it. He then grabbed his noblest man's hand, Roi giving an eyeroll as well. The tension at this table was charged and heated. Everyone held hands as prayers were said. We soon were eating...silently but, still eating nonetheless, all except my mo