The Royal Ball (1)

"Commander, Lady, we are here."

The carriage stopped at the palace. Even at the desolated welcome area, the music and people's laughter from the ballroom were heard. The event was already in full swing, only waiting for the main character to appear.

"Are you okay?" Luan asked not liking the way her face looked. She was slightly trembling with nervosity and continuously touched the expensive diamond necklace like it was in her way.

"Yes, of course…" Arianell answered but her pale face said otherwise.

"You know we don't have to go in… You don't need to meet with those people, just leave it to me…" he suggested while taking her hand into his own.

"Please, don't joke around… We are already here," she answered firmly. This wasn't the battle Luan could win for her. She needs to face it alone.