Monstrous Revolt

A guest suddenly fell to the floor horrendously, eliciting a loud scream from his partner who joined him under a second.

"Then you're saying everyone here is a double informant who is working for Princess Lumina to execute Princess Lunari?" Lia continued, her eyes darting about the banquet hall as more people sank into the floor.

Another guest fell from their seat as well forcing another loud scream from female guests and soon, they also joined their comrades as their consciousness slipped away into nothingness.

Those who were dancing to the eerie elf music after gulping the king's toast also succumbed to call, their mind going blank at each passing sound.

"Hmmn." Ace mumbled, finally turning to face Lia. "I never mentioned they work for Princess Lumina during our plan briefing." He chuckled, tilting his head to the side a bit.

"Uh?!"