Christine's face flushed as her eyes sparkled like starlight. She clasped her hands together, unable to contain her joy. "I knew it! I knew it!" she cried, her laughter ringing like silver bells. "He is the one I have fallen for without a doubt. The golden crown proves it."
Chris, standing beside her, was left speechless. His eyes remained fixed on Max, and though shock clouded his features, not a single word escaped his lips.
"How could this be possible?" Gareth muttered bitterly. His voice trembled as he struggled against the disbelief that gnawed at him. His fists clenched tightly, nails digging into his palms. He wanted to reject what his eyes were showing him, yet the golden glow left no room for denial.
