As days passed, Kristine was getting to know more about the royals and their personalities. She found Claude to be caring, charismatic, and warm-hearted, while Lee had quite a mysterious aura around him. But the more time she spent with Lee, the more she felt that he was not as aloof and distant as he pretended to be. She felt an unspoken connection with him, perhaps because their hearts had been broken in the same places—their families.
Tonight was the night of the grand ball that Kristine had been preparing for meticulously. She had spent hours perfecting her waltz and put a lot of effort into making a good impression on the nobles by choosing a glamorous crimson gown, and Lee had helped her pick out a beautiful sapphire pendant for the queen.
Kristine's hands trembled slightly as she slipped into the crimson gown she had chosen for the night. The deep red fabric clung to her figure, elegant and bold, and the intricate golden embroidery elevated its glamour.
(her gown)
As she made her way to the ballroom, her anxiety was at its peak. Today had to be perfect.
The grand ballroom of Tuleria's palace gleamed under the light of hundreds of chandeliers. The space was very elegant and ornate, with walls adorned in intricate gold leaf patterns and floors that sparkled under the light. Tonight, the palace was transformed into a realm of pure luxury, a fitting backdrop for the ball. She waited for her name to be called before entering the ballroom. She took a deep breath, her heart pounding with a mix of excitement and dread.
The announcement came, echoing through the corridors: "Lady Kristine!" With a deep sigh, Kristine descended the grand staircase. The fabric of her gown swept the floor as she walked, embodying luxury and grace. As she reached the bottom, the room fell silent for a moment, all eyes on her. Nobles dressed in rich silks and velvet gowns mingled, their laughter filling the air. Journalists were all over the place, figuring out the best camera angles. She gripped the pendant in her hand that Lee had helped her choose as a token of her gratitude for the queen.
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Love Across Kingdoms
RomanceIn a land torn apart by war, you return to a homeland you barely remember, the place where your father once ruled as Prime Minister before sending you to America for safety. Now a successful doctor, you're called back for reasons unknown, thrust int...