Chapter 328.2
Fire King? Eugene moved closer to the balcony, her words slipping out from behind the curtain, “Who’s there?”
“It’s me, Riner,” said the voice.
“Your Majesty, this isn’t the proper entrance.”
“I took a different route. Would it be bothersome if I knocked on the lounge door?”
A chuckle escaped Eugene. The reasons behind the frequent clashes she had read about between Riner and Kasser now made complete sense. Their personalities couldn’t have been more distinct.
“What brings you here?” she inquired.
“I was intrigued by the Hwansu you’ve been wearing throughout the banquet,” replied Riner.
Eugene sighed softly. She had considered the possibility that Riner had attended the three consecutive banquets due to the little one. She had been anxious about him coming and probing her with questions. Yet, his distance suggested there might be motives beyond the Hwansu.
He possesses an unexpected level of awareness, Eugene observed.