Snowfall

23 - Introducing Luther

That's Daniel Craig above as Luther.

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The House of Vasiliev invited all nobility and gentry in Russia for a ball. No one knows what it is all about but they know that as courtesy as well as a good chance to acquaint themselves with the highest class in the society, they will have to attend the event. The mysterious festivity organized by the Duke of Muscova was well received by the amount of people who came in the party. Svetlana made sure to attend the ball as well knowing that this is a chance for her to get to know other people.

The palace was well lighted and magnificently bedecked for the event. Almost all royalty and aristocrats came. The Czar however wasn't able to attend the event as he has another appointment that needs urgent attention. Of course, the underlying reason is to avoid any assassination attempts to his life which everyone knows.

Vivienne was roaming around the grand hall intent on finding someone. When she saw who she is looking for, she rushed to their seat.

'Ivana! I'm glad you can make it. How are you?'

'Still me. And thank you for the invite. How are you and your man?'

Ivana found out that Vivi and Gunther are a couple and has teased them whenever the two girls meet.

'Going strong. If he didn't take care of me, he will definitely hear from Lucca.'

'Good to know. So where is he?'

'Over there getting the time of his life.'

Vivi pointed towards the other end of the hall where the Duke sit together with Gunther, Johannes, Sean and other men.

'He sure is cozying up with them.'

'Sure is. But anyway, where is Lucca?'

'He went to greet one of his other business associates. He's just around the corner.' She replied dismissively.

'You are aware that there are other women who wanted to get to him, right?'

'Yes.'

'And they are currently flocked over there trying to get his attention.' Vivi told her as she pointed to the other part of the hall where a group of women seem to gather around someone.

'Well, he has the sense to either turn them down or get back here.' Ivana stated bluntly. Her eyes locked with Lucca who smirk at her as he continue to talk to the ladies surrounding him.

'Tease.' Ivana silently muttered while gritting her teeth.

Vivienne heard it and smiled as she look back to where her friend's eyes darted. Lucca has his arms crossed over his chest as he lean in to one side. Still speaking with the women around but his eyes focused on Ivana, his lips curving into a grin.

Before she can speak, someone blocked their line of vision. Both girls looked up and found steel grey eyes staring back at them. The man who owns the cool grey orbs is wearing a dark blue suit and a striking smile. Ivana smiled back at him. The man seemed too enthralled with her that he didn't speak.

'Hi.' Ivana spoke pulling the man back from his revelry.

'Oh, apologies for my rudeness. My name is Luther Von Warren. Pleased to be in your presence, Lady Vivienne and...'

He shake Vivienne's hand and is now waiting for Ivana to introduce herself. She smiled and shake his hand as well as she make her introduction.

'The name's Ivana Ravalli. Pleased to meet you Mr. Von Warren.'