Outcast: The Alpha King's Beloved novel Chapter 57

Austin's POV: 

I learned that Caroline had returned from her study abroad and that she had gone to Marge Island to visit Elizabeth.

Her return to Osman Kingdom was a special occasion.

As the king, I wanted to hold a royal banquet for her to welcome her back.

I also heard that Anthony really admired Jennifer.

I was curious about their relationship.

I could take this opportunity to observe the two of them.

It would be great if Anthony fell in love with someone.

If Anthony really was in love, he was bound to drop his guard and make mistakes.

As long as Jennifer was his weakness, I was confident that I had the upper hand.

The banquet was set to be held at the royal palace.

I invited Jennifer and even arranged a seat for her at the table that was exclusive for members of the royal family.

After all, Jennifer was the best trainee.

It seemed only natural for me to invite her to the banquet.

The ballroom was very luxurious, and the dishes that were served during the royal banquet were extraordinary.

But I was not interested in the food.

I just wanted to figure out whether Jennifer and Anthony had a romantic relationship or not.

Caroline sat next to me.

Her rose-red gown made her fair skin stand out.

She looked elegant and beautiful.

"Long time no see, Caroline."

To kick off the event, I proposed a toast in her honor.

"Welcome back."

"Austin, I should be the one proposing a toast for you."

Caroline stood up with some trepidation and clinked her glass with mine.

"It's nice to see you too."

"There's no need to be so formal with me, Caroline.Sit down."

I helped her to her seat.

"We were playmates when we were children.But back then, you liked to play with Anthony more.Anthony and I are both your brothers, but you've always been closer to him."

I said that deliberately and observed Jennifer's reaction.

Since Jennifer sat opposite me, I clearly saw her expression stiffen.

"Austin, you and Anthony are both my dearest brothers."

Caroline smiled demurely.

She always had a sweet tongue.

"Caroline, to be honest, I used to think that you would end up with Anthony,"

I teased before taking a sip of wine.

"You and Anthony grew up practically attached at the hip.He cares a lot about you.His mom likes you too.And you're not related to us by blood, so you and Anthony would make a perfect match."

Caroline blushed at my words while Jennifer frowned.

My lips curled into a smirk as I continued my subtle investigation.

"I didn't expect you to spend several years studying abroad.A few days ago, I heard that Anthony greatly admired Jennifer.It seems that he has finally fallen in love.Caroline, if you don't seize the opportunity to win Anthony's heart, he will be taken away by someone else.However, Jennifer is both beautiful and strongShe and my brother make a good match as well."

After saying all this, I smiled at everyone.

"I was just kidding.Please don't mind me."

Without saying anything else, I picked up my glass and sipped some more wine.

I snuck a glance at Jennifer.

She seemed a little embarrassed, but the expression on Anthony's face was more interesting.

Judging from Jennifer's reaction, she and Anthony must be dating.

But what about Caroline? There seemed to be something wrong with her too.

I just said that Jennifer and Anthony made a good match.

Why did Caroline look offended? Did she like Anthony as well? I noticed that Caroline kept refilling her wine glass.

She downed one glass after another as if she wanted to drown herself in alcohol.

I smirked.

Tonight's banquet was turning out to be more interesting than I expected.

After the party, I bid the guests farewell.

I went to my room, took a shower, and changed into pajamas.

After the maids left, I closed my eyes, prepared to go to sleep.

At that moment, the door to my room opened with a loud band.

I sat up in surprise as Caroline stumbled into the room.

She was so drunk that she didn't seem to realize what she was doing.