[Bonus chapter]

"What are we doing here?" asked Hazel as she did ot want to attend another social gathering and be a part of the center of attraction when she stood beside Rafael.

"Until the new emperor is found, the royal family will continue to come here and we have to meet them to find a better one." he explained when she looked at their smile that was full of fakery.

Even she could see that they hated them but still showing a smile as if they were in a good relationship with each other.

"Why don't you choose one of the councilmen and get it done with? You can even choose Damien to be here!" he laughed as his hold on her arm tightened while his eyes turned colder.