Underneath the mask was also a mask

[ BACK TO THE BANQUET ]

Unlike the usual banquet, tonight's fete was quiet. The minimal chattering faded into the orchestra; each movement of the guests was graceful yet calculated. It was overall peaceful and cozy, though. 

Ding! Ding! Ding!

Aries arched her brows when she heard the loud sound of cutlery hitting the glass. When she turned her head to follow the sound, she caught Maximus rising from his seat. Her eyes then shifted to Abel, and her husband simply smirked with his focus on the crowd ahead. 

"I would like to make a toast to everyone." Maximus' voice echoed when the guests set their attention to where the royals were at. He was holding a glass of wine, flashing Abel and Aries a smile. 

'What is he up to now?' Aries wondered, sipping from the wineglass elegantly.