Caroline locked her eyes on him, tiptoed, and planted a kiss on his cheeks.
She complained, "You're flirting with me even when we're having dinner. You can just tell me if you want me to love you more. You don't have to beat around the bush. It makes you less adorable."
Eddison touched the spot where she just kissed and smiled.
Erastus was already seated in the dining hall. He thought that they would at least restrain themselves with his presence.
Yet, reality proved otherwise. Eddison came in with his arm around her shoulders, and she looked so deeply in love with him, who looked at her with great affection too.
Erastus felt that his presence was a little unnecessary in this scenario.
The atmosphere was nuanced. Beryl and the other servants felt it too, but they didn't say anything. After setting up the table and serving the dishes, they stood aside.