That night, the grand hall of the royal palace was filled with the light of dazzling chandeliers. Canopies trimmed with gold thread, polished marble floors, and the elegant waltz played by the orchestra. Amidst the nobles chatting gaily, you stood alone by the wall. It was her first time at a social gathering in six months. Since the announcement of the engagement to the neighboring country's princess, she had hardly shown herself on the public stage. Her father, the Duke, had brought up marriage proposals, but he did not force his daughter out, and today, only a single attendant was by her side.