Nalya

I took steps towards the high table. Ella and Nate smiled at me while the Prince's gaze was relentless. Next to him, Juliana was glaring at me. I could tell she disliked me. I didn't know the others, however, they were just as intimidating.

"So, this is the rogue," A man said, the corner of his lips curling into a smile.

"Keep your dirty claws away from her, Kendrick," Ella warned. Kendrick winked at me, and I gasped.

"Why don't you eat with us," Ella said. Before I could reject her offer, Juliana did it for me.

"No, Hellen, she's not one of us, and it's improper," she tried...