“Wow!” Chairman Hamilton exclaimed as Signoral rounded the room. He sat next to Ranya, who seemed uninterested in the show. “You look just like my wife. You’re a beauty, my child.”
“You think this will catch everyone’s attention? I really don’t want something too fancy,” Signoral replied, smiling innocently. She was clad in a sophisticated gown, one fit for a masquerade ball, trying to catch Ranya’s attention.
“What do you think, son?” Chairman Hamilton asked, turning his gaze toward Ranya.
Ranya furrowed his brow, giving her a brief glance before shaking his head. “This is too much for just an engagement ceremony. We aren’t getting married tomorrow night, remember?”
Signoral twitched, angry at his disapproval of the dress she had so carefully picked. The dress was extravagantly beauti
