Ring
With the entrance of the prince's entourage alongside Edith, Christine stepped in and faced the group. Influenced by the thickness of the tension, the bystanders voluntarily stepped aside from them and made space for them to interact.
"Yout Imperial Highness, it seems like you brought that woman along with you."
"Cut to the chase, Christine." Annoyed, Edward coldly stared back at her. "What do you want to do this time? Shamelessly harass Edith in front of this huge crowd?"
"Edward, I am scared..."
"Don't worry, Edith, we are here to protect you."
Edith timidly said before she cowered herself behind the prince. However, other than her feelings, the crowd noticed something that they did not expect.
"Did you hear that...?"
"She called Prince Edward by his name..."
"Are they really that close?"
"I don't think I ever heard Lady Christine say that thing..."