Chapter 28. Chaos? (3)

As Prince Lysander's words hung in the air, a tense silence fell over the room. Yuna and Theresa exchanged surprised glances, unsure of how to respond to the unexpected proposal. Lysandra, who had been quietly observing, suddenly looked up with a steely gaze, her expression unreadable.

Before anyone could speak, the place around them fell into an uncomfortable stillness. Prince Lysander's mind raced, trying to comprehend his impulsive words. He felt a mix of embarrassment and confusion swirling within him as he struggled to come to terms with what he had just said. How would his companions react to his inadvertent proposal, and what consequences would it bring to their future relationships?

With a deep breath, Prince Lysander looked around at the faces of Yuna, Theresa, and Lysandra, bracing himself for their reactions. He knew that his hasty remarks had the potential to change the dynamics of their future bond, leading them down an uncertain path. As the weight of his words sank in, a wave of realization washed over him, leaving him to ponder the repercussions of his thoughtless jest.

If I were to mention that I was joking while laughing, it would undoubtedly wound my pride, causing it to crumble before their eyes. Observing John, who also seemed bewildered, it was evident that I had to break the silence myself.

In that case, I must...

"Well, hoㅡhow do you feel about it? You may ponder on it. To the best of my recollection, the Kingdom of Clover does not object to polygamy at all, particularly within the royal family...mㅡmy offer stands until both of you see fit to reject me for any number of reasons, all of which I will accept with an open heart... However, please remember that I speak sincerely, even though I have not yet discussed this with Lysandra." Prince Lysander drew a deep breath as he uttered these words earnestly, his gaze shifting from one of the three girls to the next before settling on Lysandra.

At that moment, Prince Lysander felt an overwhelming desire to disappear.

John, looking surprised, covered his mouth and whispered, "Oh my! Am I witnessing a melodramatic stage play about infidelity and domestic affairs? I should have brought my mother, not my father."

Yuna's heart pounded in her chest as she tried to make sense of Prince Lysander's words. The room seemed to spin as she exchanged bewildered glances with John, her mind struggling to comprehend the implications of his proposal.

"Polygamy?" Yuna repeated, her voice barely above a whisper. She could feel her cheeks flush with a mix of embarrassment and disbelief. This was not at all what she had expected when she meet with the prince for the first time.

Yuna took a deep breath, trying to collect her thoughts. She felt a surge of emotions - disbelief, curiosity, and a hint of fear. Prince Lysander's offer was both unexpected and unsettling. Unsure of how to respond, Yuna glanced at Lysandra, who appeared just as shocked as she was or maybe she was.

Prince Lysander's gaze lingered on each of them, his words hanging in the air. Yuna could feel the weight of his sincerity, his offer brimming with implications and consequences. As he finished speaking, a heavy silence settled over the room.

Yuna's mind raced as she tried to process the situation. It was clear that a decision needed to be made, but she wasn't sure where to begin. She felt a mixture of curiosity and apprehension, unsure of what the future held if she were to accept Prince Lysander's proposal.

On other side, Theresa felt a knot form in her stomach as Prince Lysander's words echoed in the room, casting a heavy atmosphere over the group. The mention of polygamy within the royal family caught her off guard, and she couldn't hide her surprise. Her eyes flicked to Yuna and John, noticing the same confusion mirrored in their expressions.

The implications of Prince Lysander's offer lingered in the air, filling Theresa with a mix of disbelief and uncertainty. She struggled to process his words, her mind racing with questions about the future and the dynamics between them. As she looked back at Prince Lysander, a sense of unease settled in her chest.

Theresa exchanged a glance with Yuna, silently communicating their shared disbelief. The weight of the situation loomed over them, leaving Theresa at a loss for words. The tension in the room was palpable, and Theresa felt a wave of conflicting emotions wash over her - doubt, curiosity, and a hint of fear. She knew that a decision needed to be made, but the uncertainty of the moment held her back. As she struggled to find her voice, Theresa's gaze lingered on Prince Lysander, searching for a hint of reassurance or clarity amidst the chaos his words had brought.

As Theresa locked eyes with Prince Lysander, she found a genuine sincerity in his gaze that softened the edges of her uncertainty. Despite the unorthodox nature of his proposal, there was an earnestness in his expression that spoke to her on a deeper level.

In that moment, Theresa felt a flicker of understanding ignite within her. She saw beyond the surface of Prince Lysander's words and into the vulnerability that he carried with him. The weight of his offer was not lost on her, but she sensed a genuine intention behind it.

Taking a deep breath to steady herself, Theresa mustered the courage to speak, her voice laced with a newfound sense of resolve. "Prince Lysander, your offer is... unexpected, to say the least. But I appreciate your honesty and openness in sharing your feelings with us..."

Her words hung in the air, Theresa knew that the path ahead would be uncertain and challenging, but there was a glimmer of hope in Prince Lysander's gaze that reassured her. Butㅡas if a switch had been flipped, a determined look crossed Yuna's features. Without a second thought, she took a step forward and faced Prince Lysander with unwavering resolve.

"Yes!"

Yuna said, her voice steady and filled with conviction. The simplicity of her answer held a weight that resounded through the room, surprising everyone with its decisiveness.

"WHAAAT?!"

Before Prince Lysander had the chance to speak, Lysandra beat him to it by letting out a surprised shout.

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