C69 A Terrifying Realization

The three of them stood there in silence, awkwardly, leaving everyone else at a loss for words. The Crown Prince, unable to bear it any longer, cleared his throat to break the tension. Ziya realized she was being too obvious and turned to look at the Crown Prince. His eyes were filled with anger. Ziya had asked to help, but she was clearly in the wrong. The Battle Duke held the upper hand