163 Love and Steps Don’t Twist (3)
Benjamin and Sir John seemed to want to say something to me, but I quickly approached Eva at the door.
It felt like the eyes of an angel who could only see the lower end were clinging to the tail.
My shoulders are also wide open. I thought that such a person was the only prince.
“Hello, Eva. The father is very nice.”
I smiled and whispered.
The little princess had a lot of red roses on her crown, the same color as her hair, and the curly hair flowing down between them looked like vines, making it even more adorable.
The mask was black like mine, but it was differentiated by decorating it with jade, emerald, and bloodstone.
The dress was made by attaching diamonds to the dark brown satin like Eva’s pupils.
It was a design with a lot of roses the size of a basketball, how expensive fabric was twisted and folded.
Every time it moved, there was a soft smell of flowers along with a rustling sound.
So, the child was like a bunch of black roses molded into a human being.
The smiling eyes under the mask were very cute.
“thank you. The prince is also very nice.”
“Thanks to Eva. I also put on the shirt I bought at the trading post last time. thank you.”
When I said that, the child licked his lips.
Then he shook his head and changed the subject.
“By the way, the angel in the white coat must be…….”
“It’s someone you don’t know.”
“yes?”
The little princess widened her eyes. Benjamin coughed into the handkerchief.
Eva looked at him with pitiful eyes, and muttered, ‘If the prince thinks so, that’s it.’
After waving my hand to Tite one last time, I quickly escorted the child out of the castle tower.
······· That person won’t gossip about my identity in the neighborhood, right?
*
Since most of the guests had already entered the ballroom, we were able to enter the nature without much attention.
As she walked down the hallway, Eva explained the inclinations of the Duke and Duchess of Cecil Blanquer.
Benjamin also gave advice on unexpected situations that could occur at the ball.
he added at the end.
“Of course, I think the Prince must have a lot of experience. But since this is an empire, the help of the natives will not be in vain.”
“sure. It is a big help.”
I answered hastily.
Come to think of it, Prince Jesse was nicknamed ‘The Lover of the New Kingdom’…
He showed his face at all kinds of parties and proms, and caused quarrels with many women.
I smiled awkwardly, looking at the high arched windows and the statues lined up in the hallway.
A beautiful melody and the laughter of the crowd could be heard from a short distance away.
The servants at the entrance to the ballroom who found us bowed respectfully. That was then.
“Your Majesty, Marquis Duhem’s carriage is coming in. You can see the Duke of Sarnez over there.”
Sir John looked out the window and said. I shifted my gaze to him.
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Outside the castle, there were quite a few carriages that arrived just in time for the prom, and indeed, the coats of arms of the Sarnez and Duhem families were visible.
After getting off first, the Marquis reached out to someone in the carriage.
I could tell from afar that he had a very friendly face. Are you a dance partner?
“I will help you both.”
The servant spoke politely. I raised my head brightly.
Eva, standing next to her, was trembling and breathing deeply.
It was then that I realized that the first prom of my life was coming under my nose.
My stomach churned because of the rush of tension, and my heart was pounding in my ears.
Still, I had to deal with it as mature as possible.
This is Eva’s social debut, and the child was supposed to be announced today as a small work.
If I, my partner, couldn’t do my best, Eva’s face could be slashed.
I never expected such a result.
“Shall we go in?”
I turned to the little princess who was holding my arm tightly, and asked.
He didn’t forget to lift the veil and make eye contact.
Then Eva made a blank expression for a moment…
“like.”
He nodded his head with sullen eyes.
-Tulleok, good profit…
At the same time, a huge door opened. The enchanting music and luxurious lighting welcomed us.
*
Benjamin and Sir John left their seats for the attendants and escorts respectively, while Eva and I walked towards the center of the ballroom.
“Wow······.”
“Like me, roll your eyes and see. If you move up to your neck, you’re like a country boy.”
Eva pointed out sharply. I hurriedly fixed my chin in the front.
The ballroom, of course, wasn’t quite as flashy as the Struda Palace at the spring ball, but instead the guests were incredibly colorful.
Aristocrats dressed in various shapes were fluttering fans while hiding themselves with humorous tones.
That man’s mask is shaped like a flame. This is a peacock and butterfly couple. That’s… Is it a swan?
“Ugh.”
There were so many guests that Canael and Sir Elizabeth could not be found.
I couldn’t hear until the end what Christel and Prince Sedric were pretending to be, but in Canael’s words, ‘a masterpiece that David designed with all his hard work’.
But David is a person to be admired even if the prince wears bulky clothes…
-Jingle, jingle, jingle!
I was startled for a moment.
Fortunately, it wasn’t the crystal bell rang in my arms, but the bell that signaled the start of the ball.
After that, some guests left the ballroom, leaving only the nobles who wanted to dance to the first music.
I stood facing Eva and exhaled lightly. When I want to say something to encourage,
-♩♪♬······
Slow dance tunes began to play. Eva bowed down while I froze for a moment.
Then I greeted each other warmly, kissed the back of Eva’s hand as I memorized, and took the first step.
Fortunately, I didn’t forget the memorized action.
– Tak, Tak Tak!
Everyone’s clothes and shoes rubbed against the beat. That was pretty fun.
I went round and round in the seat with the little princess, holding hands and releasing them.
It was the same step, but like a mirror, only the direction was reversed. At the same time, the child was bubbly.
“You really memorized everything.”
“I can’t cause any trouble.”
I answered, sticking my head under Eva’s arm.
There was no tripping on the grass or stepping on Eva’s dress, as I had feared.
After whispering for a while, the first dance was over.
As the music faded, we met and bowed.
Applause erupted from all over the ballroom. What’s next?
“Now we are all dancing together.”
“yes.”
That’s right.
This time, everyone danced as a pair in a large circle, but the person inside had to switch partners as the person inside moved to the side.
Soon new music was playing.
-♬♩♪······
The orchestra’s ensemble was soft and pleasant to listen to.
I supported Eva’s waist firmly and helped the child run and play.
Since then, I have changed dance partners a couple of times, and they don’t seem to have any particular complaints with me, so I was relieved.
It was the first time I danced with someone since I was at an elementary school sports day.
Eva looked very happy with her neck removed. It’s worth practicing.
“Have the tulip roots been planted well?”
Then, a new partner standing in front of me suddenly asked. I blinked in surprise.
My opponent was wearing much more serious armor than me, and he was wearing a helmet on his head.
What is the popular greeting in social circles these days?
“I do not know. Wouldn’t the gardeners know how to do it?”
I answered, supporting him as he was limping.
I couldn’t tell if it was because the armor was stuck, or if the leg was originally uncomfortable.
Then he stopped and looked at me.
I don’t know if I’ve ever seen it, but I felt that way anyway.
As if he didn’t like my reply, he mechanically digested the movement without saying a word.
Was there any other answer you were looking for?
-·······♩♪♬!
When the music ended with a nice ending, the armor rolled over to say hello and left in front of me.
I smirked and walked out. Is the bathroom urgent?
“Good job, Prince. Have a snack.”
“thank you. This is also exercise, so my stomach goes out quickly.”
Benjamin and Sir John warmly welcomed me.
The table that the two of us steamed was lined with smoked salmon mousse, olives, and canapes topped with all kinds of fruits and vegetables.
There were also ten bowls of fishel picards that were smaller than the palm of the hand.
It was a table setting that made you feel ready to fill your stomach with finger food.
I burst out laughing and drank the cool blueberry ade first.
In the meantime, the music changed, and once again there was a loud dance floor.
Eva should eat some and play too.
“Ugh.”
At that moment, I found a woman who was creepy and alluring.
She was dancing with the ‘angel’ in question in the lobby of the castle tower, which was seriously inconsistent.
Maybe I was the only one who felt that way, and the two men and women were receiving strange gazes from other people.
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Of course, the lady dances a little… I couldn’t catch it.
With a bit of exaggeration, I felt like I wasn’t as talented as Kristel.
However, the unconventional outfits and unique fascination that contrasted with their mates were fatal.
“You must be very popular.”
I mumbled as I buried my mouth in the cup.
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On her back were black wings resembling bats.
baton······. Since there is no way, it must have been a devil concept.
A snake-shaped bracelet wrapped around her wrist, and her ominous blue hair was curled in two like a goat’s horn.
The blood-red lips under the skull mask drew arcs. uh?
“Wow.”
I turned around with a strange sound.
My face heated up, and when I put cold food in my bowl, it seemed to heat up quickly.
Did the colossal beauty laugh at me? Really?
“Your Majesty, your throat is red.”
“Please be quiet, Sir John.”
“If you are interested in a princess disguised as a demon, I can introduce her. He is someone I know.”
He had a look of delight. Is this the freedom of a married person? No, not this!
“really?”
“Prince Jesse.”
I flinched at the familiar voice and turned around.
It felt like I was choked up by a guy in someone else’s body who dared to think nonsense.
The opponent who appeared in front of him took off his mask in an instant. I was stunned and lifted the veil.
“…Bakari-kun?”
“I never expected to see you again so soon.”
The Prophet cracked like a nutcracker and set his manners.
Then he muttered unbelievable words.
“Originally, I should have delivered the message to His Majesty the Crown Prince, who is your son’s son.
“Do you mean I have a tee?”
“You’re talking natural.”
What kind of clear-cut power…
“Be vigilant. Here you can see the shadow of death.”
“Wait, why are you bleeding?”
I took the napkin from Benjamin with a groan.
It was because the little boy started pouring blood from his nose.
He covered his nose with a napkin and looked again, and the Prophet was pale and his skin was cold.
With a quick hand, Sir John slammed the chiffon curtain of the divider. I asked hastily.
“Are you like this? Do you bleed when you receive the revelation?”
“No, this is the first time… There has never been such a malfunction before.”
“Don’t use those words.”
At my words, Bakari shut her mouth and staggered.
Me, Benjamin, and Sir John exchanged glances in turn.
It looked like something was going on here.
*
‘It was different from the usual foresight. My eyes darkened and there was a stench of conspiracy. The feeling of blood flowing backwards…’
I walked out of the curtain, pondering the manager’s words.
The youth found stability with the help of my healing circle, now sleeping on the couch, cared for by servants.
At first, I wondered if it meant terrorism.
But Bacari asserted that it wasn’t that kind of revelation.
‘It’s about one person’s suffering. Fire and explosion, sword and blood were not seen.’
‘Anyway, there is a suspicious person in here. Better catch him before he leaves.’
‘·······It will.’
Even so, I was concerned about Bakari’s condition. A different kind of foresight than usual…
Have you ever seen something that wasn’t in the original? So is there a reaction in the body?
“There aren’t too many clues. It’s all speculation.”
I mumbled and stood anywhere.
Benjamin left to deliver news to the Duke and Duchess of Blanquere.
While Sir John checked the open terraces and balconies from the first floor to the top floor, I decided to take a look around the guests in the hall.
If I found a couple Sir Evana Elizabeth along the way, of course I was going to let them know too.
I wish Kristel and the prince would talk to me first…
“Suck.”
“·················ogue.”
I took a deep breath when I saw the person standing in front of me.
He was a charming devil girl from a while ago.