Just as the servants were about to serve Princess Layla first, however, Yuden halted them.
"Wait. Serve the first Princess of Averlyon first. Then, the second Princess," Yuden said with a smile; however, his smile didn't show any emotion or sincerity.
The maids reluctantly obeyed the crown prince. They were unable to understand what was so special about a princess who acted no better than a commoner. Perhaps she acted in a worse manner than them.
After serving Princess Zahra, they served Princess Layla and the other few guests.
"Princess Layla, it will be the full moon in a week. Will you return to Averlyon?" A middle-aged man started the conversation.
"Uncle," Layla's voice sounded unexpectedly rough despite the familiar way she referred to him. "I doubt we should discuss such matters in the open. Even if we are family, some issues better remain," Layla drank a sip of water then continued, "a secret."