The protagonists of the ball will naturally not be young people like An and the others with promising futures. After entering the second half, Liliana's side has naturally become the focus of the audience.
Those with sufficient status came to talk in person, while the rest tried their best to get in touch with the officials in the imperial diplomatic corps who were currently at the ball. Not looking for immediate benefits, just hoping to become familiar with each other - the establishment of diplomatic relations is a matter of course, and the two countries will definitely cooperate in the long term. Establishing good connections will definitely bring you many benefits in the future.
Therefore, the profit-seeking nobles did not even spare the imperial guards, including several squad captains, who were also surrounded by young girls.
To the regret of the nobles of the kingdom, the several captains of the escort team showed extremely high qualities. They were neither fascinated nor ignored anyone like the Tin Man. Instead, they conversed with the people in front of them. The demeanor, movements, and words are all in line with etiquette. Many noble girls who were originally sent to get close to him were fascinated instead. Who would have thought that a martial artist could be so elegant.
This is true for all squad leaders, of course Leonhart. As the benchmark and face of the Imperial Guard, the charm he displayed eclipsed all the men present.
A group of old nobles held their foreheads and covered their faces, shouting that the daughter (granddaughter) they sent had brought shame to the family.
In fact, if I really want to say it, most of the nobles in the kingdom are embarrassed now, and they are just simple and utilitarian.
"People in the empire are so popular." Miku sighed as he looked around the lobby.
An didn't explain the stakes to her, but just nodded in agreement.
"I just want to know when the dance will end." Neiru said sleepily with drooped eyelids.
In fact, everyone in the theater troupe is not doing much better. First, it was a very stressful and physically demanding performance, and then he had to carefully deal with the olive branches offered by the nobles. It can be said that both physically and mentally, they are almost reaching their limit.
"Damn Bai Lan, he disappeared after appearing for a while!" Yinliu, who didn't see Bai Lan again for half the game, was very angry at his unjust behavior of running away without him.
"It's useless to be angry. Save your energy and don't make yourself unable to sleep tonight." Jerry, who was trying to maintain his posture, pulled Yinliu behind him and persuaded him.
"I think I can fall asleep now." Yinliu also knew that it was useless to be angry, but sleepiness would make it difficult to control emotions.
She adjusted her breathing and cheered up.
The reason why I still insist on holding on now is not because of face. In this ball full of nobles, if you dare to disregard your appearance, you will be despised and even targeted by everyone. The members of the troupe have no real status, so they dare not make mistakes on such occasions.
The same goes for Mei Ke and Liu Ge. They can only rest lightly against the table or wall. As the leader of the group, Bai took the lead at this moment and blocked the people who wanted to chat with his companions.
"install."
"……What's wrong?"
Ann, who was a little distracted, was woken up by Miku's call, but when he looked at her, Miku didn't speak, his eyes averted and his cheeks were slightly red.
An woke up and remembered their "acting" and subsequent "dance".
The dance of the two made them once again the temporary focus of the ball. It was precisely because of this dance that no one came to harass them after that. The only ones who came were young girls who were interested in the topic of love.
Unknowingly, the news that An and Miku were an unmarried couple spread throughout the ball, and people from the empire frequently cast their eyes on them.
This is great. If you want to say it was a lie later, you have to think carefully about it.
An subconsciously covered her face and took her hands away when she found her hands were a little cold. I want to warm my hands with a bowl of soup, but I don’t feel much heat...
"..."
Sometimes, An Zhen is a little annoyed that her mind moves too fast...
As his eyes flickered, he met Miku's eyes again, and found that this time there was a bit more smile on her shy face.
The girl pursed her lips, leaned a little closer, and said softly: "Would you like to have a real relationship..."
"good!"
"You see, we've reached our age anyway, sooner or later we have to... why not... huh?"
After the girl finished speaking tentatively, she hurriedly supplemented her words. Only later did she notice the boy's response that he blurted out without thinking.
"Eh... me?" An also took a moment to realize what he said, "Uh."
The faces of the two people heated up rapidly.
An, whose mind was in a state of confusion, suddenly felt someone put a hand on her shoulder. She turned her head and saw that it was her sister Meiko. Next to him, Liu Ge gently held Miku's shoulders, closed his eyes and smiled.
"I agree. That's it." Meiko said solemnly and winked at An, "Don't make me wait any longer, I'm so impatient!"
"Opportunities are rare..." Liu Ge opened his eyes and looked at Miku who was looking at him from the side, "It would be a pity not to seize it."
After saying that, the two let go of their hands and walked side by side to the dining table and each poured a glass of wine.
An and Miku suddenly found that their companions were moving away, and they were speechless.
"..."
"..."
The noise of the crowd seemed equally distant.
In An and Miku's eyes, there was only the figure of each other.
"Huh...huh..." Miku smiled. She put her hands in front of her nose, smiling gracefully and youthfully, with a touch of red like the sunshine in winter.
An didn't know why she was laughing, but she just felt that she was also very happy.
"Then it's... settled, okay?" An felt that she had to speak first.
Miku took a deep breath, as if something in his heart and lungs were filled together: "Yeah! Okay."
An could no longer control her facial muscles, and her joy overflowed on her face.
"There is an inexplicable aura between them that isolates others." Yinliu, who was watching secretly, commented.
Jerry nodded with a sour expression: "Well, I'm a little envious."
Otoru complained mercilessly: "If you are envious, you should take the initiative. When can you bring me a sister-in-law?"
"Uh, this... depends on fate, depends on fate."
"Ha——" Yinliu's tone gradually dropped, "Whether it's Sister Liuge or Sister Bai, I like them both. No matter which one, you should work harder!"
Jerry's righteous iron fist struck her head: "I will marry you off as soon as you reach your age!"
"Bah! What a beautiful thought!" Otoru stuck out his tongue and mocked.
The fun ends here, don't go too far, otherwise others will notice. By then, neither of them will have anything to gain from it.
Yinliu looked at Liu Ge, who was sipping his wine glass on the other side: "I haven't seen Sister Liu Ge so happy for a long time."
Liuge rarely drinks alcohol, and it’s okay if he doesn’t drink. Seeing her smiling slightly and drinking a low-alcohol wine, Neru could tell that she was very happy now.
"Miku is just like a biological sister in Sister Liuge's mind." Jerry was not surprised.
When the sister you care about has someone you like, you will naturally feel happy as a sister. Not to mention that An can also be regarded as Liu Ge's half brother, which is a double blessing.
"Obviously I'm the youngest kid in the troupe!" Otoru said with her hands on her hips and a pout.
She wasn't jealous, she was just being funny.
Jerry laughed uncontrollably: "Don't worry, Sister Liuge will definitely be very happy on your wedding day."
"Humph!" Yinliu said matter-of-factly.
Then she said: "Why hasn't Brother Hairen joined us? I've clearly seen him before."
"This..." Jerry guessed something just like An. His thoughts were similar to An's, so he was a little hesitant to tell his sister.
It happened that the crowd became restless, and the master of ceremonies who controlled the atmosphere of the dance stepped onto the high stage and began to read the closing words.
Yinliu clenched his fists and said happily: "Okay, I can finally go home and sleep!"
Those long and smelly speeches became pleasant to her ears.
"... Then at the end of the ball, I dare to invite Her Royal Highness Liliana to dance with His Royal Highness the Great Prince of our country, as a testimony of the cooperation between the two countries, and as the most honorable and gorgeous closing ceremony of this ball!" the chief of ceremonies held high! The right hand, after speaking energetically, gave way to the venue.
The dance at the end was definitely not a spur-of-the-moment idea. The ceremonial officer didn’t have the guts or the qualifications to do it. It could have been arranged from the beginning. The words are used just to arouse emotions.
When they heard that the princess of the empire and the eldest prince of the kingdom were going to dance together, the sleepy people all cheered up.
The official's words are correct. The dance of these two people will be a signal and testimony of the cooperation between the two countries. It is a scene worth recording in history. No one wants to miss it.
"ah……"
After listening to what the ceremonial officer said, An and Jerry looked subtle.
In the midst of everyone's attention, a person walked out of the crowd and came to the elegant Liliana, extending his hand: "Your Highness Liliana, can you please dance with me?"
Liliana put her hand on it generously and said elegantly: "It's an honor, Prince Canter."
The two walked onto the high stage and danced gently under the gaze of everyone.
Miku and Neru looked at the prince dancing with Liliana on the high platform, dumbfounded:
"Brother Hairen?"
