Chapter 101 —Royal Pair Of The Fair

Just as the orchestra prepared to start the opening waltz, an official cleared her throat at the front of the room.

“Ladies and gentlemen, before we begin tonight’s first dance,” she announced brightly, “it’s time to reveal the results for the Royal Pair of the Fair, chosen by popular vote.”

Raven stiffened slightly beside me. “Royal Pair of the Fair?”

I lowered my head, murmuring, “Don’t panic, princess.”

She muttered, “I’m ...