The sun was already dipping below the horizon by the time the Storm family and their royal guests gathered in the dining hall for a late brunch the next day. The remnants of last night’s celebration could still be seen; flowers strewn across tables, empty bottles of wine, and half-eaten desserts.
Present at the table were King Markus, Queen Kaya, Prince Kaius, Alpha Azriel, Luna Lora, Asher, Bella, Tim, Dana, the twins Mako and Tayo, and the newest addition to their circle, Henry, the werebear. The atmosphere was one of temporary relief, a much-needed breather after the intensity of the previous days.
To everyone's surprise, the most animated figure at the table was Prince Kaius. Known for his flamboyant nature, he was the very embodiment of life and laughter, a stark contrast to the c
