No way… Was Arthur worried Somto wouldn't approve of him?
That's too petty, Carl thought.
He shifted slightly, trying to ease the growing tension.
Arthur's one of the best people we know. If he loves Nnenna, really loves her, then isn't that a good thing?
Shouldn't Somto be glad? One more person to protect their precious little sister?
Carl decided to speak up, hoping to ease the pressure building in the silence.
"Don't look so angry, Somto," he said with a small smile. "We all practically grew up together. And honestly… I think Arthur would make a good match for Nnenna."
"Plus," Carl added with a light chuckle, "when you finally win over that heartbeat of yours you mentioned during your coronation, Nnenna will have someone her age to hang out with too."
Arthur's eyes snapped open.
Surprise shot across his face so fast he couldn't even hide it.
Carl… doesn't know?
