Chapter 23
While I was being escorted by the Crown Prince, I slowly rolled my eyes, scanning the people surrounding us. None of my family members was in sight, diminishing the possibilities of being rescued. Although... The only one who would actually be of help to me is the Duke. His wife and Theressa might just let it be or gather more hatred towards me.
In Paul’s case... it would be like switching from one threat to another...
’... Why... Did I search for the whole family in the first place...? The only one who cares about me is the Duke...’ — I said in my head feeling stupid for forgetting.
Suddenly, we stopped moving. The Crown Prince placed himself in front of me, still holding my hand on his, he leaned towards me.
’Hmm...Must be a "before dancing" kind of ceremony...’
A new song started to play a little after.
I left the control of our body completely to Marianne, knowing she would know more about this... "dancing style" than I, who knows nothing. As expected, Anne’s body knew the dance moves well. I don’t know when she learned how to dance, but my girl truly is capable.
The dancing went well. Although it was uncomfortable to have to look at my partner’s face all the time, he wouldn’t know how I felt thanks to my dull face, which is a relief.
The guy had a cold expression too, it almost felt like a staring contest. At some point, I noticed the song was about to end, making me get a little relaxed, since the torture too, was about to end.
What happened next reminded me of a very basic principle: "Never let your guard down".
Thanks to my... loss of concentration, I lost my balance. I knew my foot would reach the floor in a bad position, enough for getting myself injured. The thing is, I won’t be able to avoid it.
It’s already too late.