The butler informed them that breakfast was ready, and everyone headed to the dining table. Aeldric sat at the head chair. Mallory sat to his left, with Collin and his wife next to her.
On the other side, Justin was about to sit on Aeldric's right. Knowing Meira would be too nervous to sit next to Aeldric, Justin decided to take that seat instead. Before sitting down, he pulled out the chair beside him.
Grace thought it was meant for her and was about to step forward when Justin said, "Meira, have a seat."
Meira sat in the chair he pulled out, and Justin took his own seat—completely ignoring Grace.
Grace felt utterly humiliated, but kept her composure and sat in the chair next to Meira.
Justin focused on Meira, serving her a few things. Somehow, he could guess what she liked—or maybe she simply wasn't a picky eater.
