The Unknown Princess

A Dance of Secrets and Surprises: The Masquerade Ball Unveils Hidden Truths

Kiyan smiled as some of the guests began to dance to the music. He offered his hand to Fay. "You're going to witness a lot of dancing next week so..may I have this dance, my lady?" He asked her with a charming smile.

Fay never thought Kiyan would ask her directly. It makes her so shy but she smiles with a blushing face and nods her head, she takes his hand and holds it tight as they walk together to the dancing floor "b...but I don't know how to dance...I never danced before in my life.."

Kiyan chuckled. "I knew you would say that, but that's okay. I can teach you. Just place your hands over here.." He guided her on where to put her hands as he held her other hand and also her waist. "And it's easy..just sway a bit to the music for now."

Fay looks into his eyes when they are so close to each other. His hands around her waist surprised her but she hoped he wouldn't see much of her nervous and shaking hand. She tries to follow his steps while listening to the music, and eventually, she can dance for the first time "Woah...I'm..dancing..."

Elena giggled and finally took a sip of her first wine. "Bleeh..this doesn't taste as sweet as I imagined it." She complained to Elizabeth.

Elizabeth stands beside Elena to keep the little princess company "So princess. Aren't you excited to meet your fiance? He should have come by now right?"

Elena handed her empty wine glass to one of the servants before turning to her mother. "Is he here? I didn't hear anyone announce their presence." She blinked while looking around the room.

Queen Rosetta chuckled softly, she sipped on her wine while looking at Kiyan and Fay dancing together "I'm sure he will come... Don't worry darling it won't take a minute I'm sure if it...besides he must be here for your bi-"

"Please welcome! Prince Albert from the Sky Kingdom. Princess Elena's future husband has arrived!" Suddenly the guard announced when he stood by the door, a man who was wearing a full set of prince attire but he was wearing a half cloak which is the length of his back and covered his head, the man wore a mask that covered most of his face but only his golden eyes can be seen

Kiyan guided her through the steps and danced with her more. "See? You're getting the hang of it already. You're doing great just-" He stopped for a bit and looked to the side as he had also heard the announcement. "Are we expecting someone?.."

Elena gasped a bit when she heard the announcement be said. Even most of the guests looked surprised as they didn't know their princess was engaged. She saw the people make way for the masked prince and she whispered to her mother. "Mom, I didn't know this was a masquerade party." She said in confusion.

Queen Rosetta only smiles and nudges the princess on her arm as if to make her step forward to meet her future husband "Go and greet your husband.." she whispers to her with giggles and quickly backs away to give them some space

The prince finally stands so close to the princess. His sharp eyes stare deep down into hers, there is no sign of showing whether he smiles or anything from his expression. The prince bow his head with such gentleman as he speaks in his deep voice tone "It's an honor to meet my lovely future wife... Princess Elena...your beauty is nothing compared to my league...you are indeed...the daughter of Rosemayer...I'm deeply honored to soon build a family with you.."

Elena blinked and nodded before slowly making her way over to meet her fiance. She gazed up at his golden eyes and tried not to look nervous, carrying herself with great dignity and grace. "Well met, Prince Albert." She greeted him with her charming smile. "My thanks for your visit on my 16th birthday." She gracefully bowed a bit as a sign of respect as well. "And please, I'm sure you are quite handsome as well! Why do you hide behind a mask?"