Chapter 179: A Banquet Of Celebration
The royal banquet in the ballroom was a spectacle of grandeur and extravagance, befitting the occasion and the esteemed guests in attendance. It had been transformed into a scene of enchantment, radiating an aura of elegance and refinement.
The walls were draped in rich, flowing tapestries adorned with intricate embroidery and shimmering gold thread. Soft candlelight flickered from ornate candelabras, casting a warm glow that danced upon the polished marble floors. The grand chandeliers hanging from the high ceiling bathed the room in a cascade of sparkling light, illuminating the festivities below.
A long, lavishly decorated banquet table stretched across the centre of the ballroom, adorned with glistening silverware, delicate porcelain, and crystal goblets. It was decorated with bountiful displays of fresh flowers and decadent centrepieces. Various delicacies were meticulously arranged, tantalising the senses with their enticing aromas and vibrant colours.
As Anna and Kyren made their way down the corridor, their arms intertwined, and an elegant entourage accompanied them. Alex, Drystan, and a group of servants walked alongside them, ensuring every step was guided by grace and splendour. The doors to the ballroom swung open wide, revealing the grandeur awaiting them.
Following the grand duke’s instructions, the two knights positioned themselves just outside the entrance, standing tall and resolute. With vigilant eyes, they ensured the area’s safety entrusted to their care.
The space filled with a chorus of rustling gowns, and the soft murmur of whispered conversations became silent with their arrival. All eyes of the onlookers turned towards the royal couple, their presence commanding attention and respect. The nobles, distinguished in their exquisite attire, bowed and curtsied in reverence to the esteemed royal family members.
Just as the couple reached the centre of the room, the attention shifted once more as the King and Queen of Cassian made their grand entrance. The atmosphere became charged with anticipation and excitement as the esteemed guests eagerly awaited the beginning of the banquet, ready to revel in the night’s festivities and celebrate the event.
As the evening progressed, speeches were made, toasts were raised, and the sound of applause reverberated through the ballroom. Harmonious melodies of a talented orchestra began to float through the room, adding an enchanting ambience to the atmosphere.
Kyren stood tall with his striking presence, exuding an undeniable charm that captivated the attention of all the young ladies present. Despite the conspicuous sight of his large hand clasping Anna’s, it did nothing to deter the gazes fixated upon him.