Ignorance or denial?

Nikolai focused intently on putting his cuffs in his coat and took a deep breath, trying not to glance at Ophelia who was getting ready behind him. At that very moment, he wished he had eyes in the back of his skull.

"Can I make a turn?" He turned slowly and questioned.

Ophelia laughed, "You can.

"I.." "I.." She was already clothed when Nikolai turned in a joyful manner to observe her. His grin disappeared, replaced by disappointment. The thick black cloak she wore over her white dress completely obscured her. Her neck was also covered by the cloak.

"You just crushed every hope I ever had in life." He murmured, lowering his head.

"Oh, don't be dramatic." Ophelia chuckled as she approached him. She slipped in the last of his cuff and put her hands on his strong shoulders, gazing at him with the same admiration he showed her.