Unwittingly

"All of the noble ladies, aged 18-20, and all of the noble lords, aged 18-25, are invited to attend a betrothal celebration. On the first night, a masquerade ball shall take place, so you know not what the other person looks like. This is to keep the identity of the Prince Damien a secret. On the second day, there shall be a garden party, on the third day there shall be a sparring match for the men and a beauty day for the women, on the fourth dates, and on the fifth, the betrothals. Any and all questions must go to Hebert at the palace. Thank you," the small man stepped down from the podium in the center of town square, and as soon as he hopped into his carriage and road away, the square became alive with buzz.
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Lady Emray Evergreen wants to find her soul mate, but she doesn't want to go through a betrothal celebration to find him.

Prince Damien Lovette wishes not to marry, and wants to stay away from the betrothal celebration at all costs.

What happens when their fates become entwined?

ONC 2021
Longlister

Prompt number 87: With the Kingdom Heir coming-of-age celebration fast approaching, the search for a match begins. It is decreed a dance will be held; an anonymous masked ball.

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