Several hostesses escorted an elegant Claire Sutton onto the stage. Looking regal in a cheongsam, she was on the arm of the eldest prince, Adam Sinclair. The two of them were a picture-perfect couple.
"I now declare to the world," the elder announced with a smile, "that Claire Sutton will soon marry my eldest son and officially join our royal family, becoming one of its members!"
The entire hall immediately erupted in applause, and Ashley Bowen also clapped along.
Morgan Sinclair produced a glass of red wine from out of nowhere and handed it to Ashley Bowen. "Come toast them with me!" he said with a grin.
"Hey! Wai—" Before Ashley could finish the word, she felt a force tugging her along. Her feet scrambled to keep up as she was pulled through the cheering crowd, heading straight for the couple now descending from the stage.
Claire Sutton had an elegant smile on her face, but it suddenly froze.
