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“Would you honor me with a dance?”
“It would be my pleasure.”

Seletina said, softly placing her hand on top of prince Elias’. The golden lady and the silvery nobleman appeared to be a work of art as they held hands and smiled at one another.

Seletina followed Elias’ elegant escort, and the two of them began to dance to the music’s rhythm. Whether they were conversing or dancing, everyone suddenly stopped, stunned by the scene.

The prince’s silvery shoulder-length hair and Seletina’s delicate figure swayed as they danced in circles. The sight of this gentleman and lady holding hands and devoting themselves to the elegant melody captured one’s heart.

Elias smiled, and Seletina replied by entrusting her delicate waist to his hands.

“I believe I am a little late with my introduction. My name is Elias. Elias Hazes Elugor Dina Pricia. The Kingdom of Elugor’s second prince. You can simply call me Elias if you’d like.”
“I am aware. Additionally, I’ve heard that among the Three Stars, you are the smartest. I am really glad to have this opportunity to dance with you, Sir Elias.”

Seletina’s eyes narrowed as she smiled. Being able to dance with the king’s son made her incredibly happy.

What I’m going through right now shouldn’t be happening. It is a blessing for me to be able to interact with the prince in this way.

Following Elias’ lead, Seletina danced beautifully.

“I too am glad to have the opportunity to dance with a lady as beautiful as you, Seletina.”

Seletina blinked a couple of times, stunned by Elias’ whispers.

“Fufu. You’re good with your words, Your Highness.”
“You flatter me. I have never told a lie to a woman.”
“I’m sure you have a lot of beautiful women flocking to you?”
“Yet I have not seen one as beautiful as you.”

Elias suddenly pulled Seletina’s waist closer. Seletina’s beautiful eyelashes batted a few times in response.

Prince Elias is quite good at handling women. If it was any other woman she’d have fallen for his sweet whispers by now.

As she observed the prince’s stunning face rejoicing before her, Seletina felt a little uneasy. On the other hand, waves were beginning to form inside Elias’ heart.

I want this woman.

From the moment he first saw Seletina, this was the constant thought going through his head. He believed that just as all of the women before her, Seletina would flock to him if he simply smiled. He just needed to whisper a few sweet words and she’d blush, just like all the others.

With that intense glance of hers, Seletina would initially fixate on him before turning it to meet his crown. Elias had become tired of how women looked at him by this point.

Are these affectionate eyes looking at me, or are they looking at my status?

Elias thought. This was most likely the same for Dios. The innumerable social events and tea parties they had attended are likely what led them to develop this mistrust and contempt of women.

In spite of this, Elias believed that if it were Seletina, it wouldn’t matter. It would be fine if she was doing this for her own gain. Elias was ecstatic that a lady this lovely was looking and sharing a dance with him simply because he was a royal.

Elias was immersed in a peculiar emotion that he couldn’t really explain.

“You are truly beautiful.”
“Thank you.”

She would only smile when he complimented her.

“Last month we hired a talented chef. Would you be willing to accompany me for a meal?”
“If the chance presents itself, then certainly.”

Even when he invited her to dine together, she still wouldn’t press the matter any further.

“Your deep blue eyes are remarkably beautiful.”
“I took them from my mother. Having them be praised really does make me feel like they’re pretty.”

They were getting closer and closer, to the point where they could feel each other’s breath. Elias in no way perceived Seletina’s responses as being cold. Her smile was always one of kindness and warmth.

Even a hint of tenderness could be seen in Seletina’s eyes as she gazed at Elias. Every word that left her mouth was the truth. However, she did not push further. Elias was unable to detect any desire from her.

He was puzzled. He was genuinely perplexed underneath the smiling mask that he was showing.

Really, do you not want to be next to a prince? He thought.

Yet, Seletina simply continued to smile.

It’s just as if… Just as if what?!

Elias suddenly recalled seeing a similar stare in the distant past. There was no lust or desire in that glance. Just kindness. A loving glance similar to what an adult might give when seeing their child grow up.

An adult? No, this is different.

Elias suddenly remembered. Seletina’s eyes reminded him of his dead mother.

The song suddenly came to an end.

“Ah…” Elias exclaimed.

Seletina softly pulled her hands away from Elias’. Yet, she still remained smiling. Just as if she was looking at her child.

She’s different. Seletina’s different from other women. She didn’t give the crown even a single glance. All this time she was only looking at me.

Elias’ ice-cold heart suddenly began to beat once more, and something small appeared inside. A small seed called love. Nobody in the hall, however, saw that Eleanor, the first princess¹, was watching the event unfold with a look of intense discontent.

1. Robinxen: It really bothers me that she’s called Eleanor because my OC is the crown princess and also called Eleanor.