~Aria~

Everything rotated as I stood in the middle of the empty dining hall.

I could hear several words echo in my ears at the same time but very distantly.

“I can do this…”

“I can bear this…”

“I can't crumble now…”

“Not now… please…”

I mumbled to myself relentlessly as I shakily swiped tears out of my face.

Turning, I squared my shoulders and trotted out of the place.

Soon it was time for the peace treaty contract to be officially signed.

Everyone gathered in the ceremonial hall.

Damon first addressed everyone before the signing began.

He signed the contract first. Afterwards Princess Sheila, bold and graceful, slashed her...