Ralph
After what felt like an eternity, the invitation to this year's festival resurfaced, catching me off guard. My eyes skimmed the elaborate lettering, and I couldn't help but furrow my brows. Attending the festival was the last thing on my mind. My schedule was packed, and I had more pressing matters to deal with. But the reality was unavoidable—my beta had been dispatched on an important mission, and sending my sister in my place would be seen as nothing short of a slight, perhaps even an insult.
I let out a long, weary sigh, running my hand through my hair in frustration. The situation was as clear as day—I had no choice but to go. No matter how much I tried to think of a way out, the decision was made for me. Attending the festival wasn't just an obligation; it was a necessity. Th
