Evelisse faked a smile and nodded in agreement.
But deep down?
She was brimming with discontent and suspicion as she took a glimpse of the elegant and unblemished face of Caelith.
'Allowed?! Hmph!'
Prince Caelith turned to the announcer. "May I participate in the final challenge?"
The crowd stirred again.
The announcer blinked. "But, Your Highness… the final match is a team round."
Caelith gestured calmly. "Then I shall join *her* team." He pointed directly at Evelisse.
Evelisse choked on her spit.
Lucien raised an eyebrow. "Has there been some sort of initial interaction between you two before today?"
"Not even a *little*!" Evelisse squeaked.
Fluffy began making kissy noises.
She swatted it into her sleeve. Pretending to have been disturbed by some insects circling her sleeve.
