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Ruby's pov

I smile at the sound of my love next to me, her slight gasp at the sight in front of us shows me she's still so wide-eyed and impressed by the perks of wealth. I do have to agree though, Alexander pulled out all the stops to turn his ballroom into such a wonderland of lights for his guests. From the white shimmering marble floor and the Michelangelo-like artwork painted on the ceiling to the impeccably dressed servers and the soft symphony of the small orchestra, it's hard not to even be the slightest bit impressed.

Eva's arm loops into mine as we walk farther into the room, and though she's trying her hardest to not jump around in excitement and is holding her poise almost as well as me, I can practically feel her amazement vibrating off her skin.

She lets her gaze fall on the many other guests here tonight. The Lords and Ladies, and people without titles but still wealthy enough to attend, from all over are all here to party just for the sake of it. Everyone is obviously dressed in their best attire but I must say, they all look a bit boring in their typical styles and colours of pink and blue. That must be why Evangeline and I stand out so much.

My love is wearing a dress once again. A beautiful deep red dress. I was surprised when she had picked the colour out, not expecting her to go for something so bold but I have to admit that the colour makes her all the more alluring resting on her caramel skin. It hugs her waist before flaring out into the perfect flowy ballgown skirt while the bodice is off her shoulders with a brooch on her chest, a black lace shawl and simple gold bracelets, her hair up in a braided bun. She looks extraordinarily beautiful. I decided it would only make sense to match with her, going for a white shirt, black trousers and jacket with lace appliqué and a waistcoat the same rich colour as her dress while my hair is slicked back.

 I decided it would only make sense to match with her, going for a white shirt, black trousers and jacket with lace appliqué and a waistcoat the same rich colour as her dress while my hair is slicked back

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We make heads turn as we finally make a stop next to Alex, causing me to smirk slightly at the mixture of longing or jealous glances

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We make heads turn as we finally make a stop next to Alex, causing me to smirk slightly at the mixture of longing or jealous glances.

"Wow, you two look exceptional! And I thought I was going to be best dressed. I should've known the Countess and her fiancée would show me up."

Eva blushes while I smirk confidently. Though I'm not one for having all the attention on me, I do like the feeling of it at this moment, especially since I have a gorgeous woman at my arm to show off. No one in here can even fractionally compare with her.

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