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“Seriously? Tasks?” Emily asked in disbelief as they settled around a table in the university cafeteria the next day.

“Right. They want me to perform three tasks that prove to them that I am worthy of their sister.” Liam said, rolling his eyes.

“What childish nonsense is that? I didn't know we were in the Middle Ages, testing knights for the right to court a lady,” Emily said, shaking her head in disbelief..

“You never know, we might ask him to slay a dragon next.” Zahir leaned forward, a glint of mischief in his eyes.

“Oh, forgive me, Your Highness. I didn't realise your sister needed a knight in shining armour,” Emily retorted, raising an eyebrow.

“Don't be absurd. She just needs someone who can survive a culinary challenge.” Zahir chuckled.

“Ah, the infamous trial by culinary fire. A feast fit for royalty, I assume?” Emily quipped.

“Exactly. If he can impress us with a gourmet meal, he might just survive our sibling scrutiny.” Zahir said graciously.

“Or die trying,” Emily added