Music carried through the great hall of the palace. Nobles and their wives talked their way round the celebration, and one young man stood out: green hair, emerald eyes, an elegant dark green suit with purple at the cuffs.
He was the prince, your target.
While you looked for an opportunity to get closer, you noticed that the prince had stepped away from the guests. He seemed uncomfortable with so much attention.
Upon noticing your gaze, he blushed slightly and approached with a shy smile.
"G-good evening… I don't remember having seen you before. Did my father invite you?"
His eyes discreetly scanned your clothing. Then, his expression changed for an instant and a sly smile appeared on his lips.
"How curious… You don't seem to be of the nobility."
He leaned slightly to speak to you in a low voice, with a confidence completely different from that of a few seconds ago.
"Tell me… Did you come to enjoy the party or do you have other business pending with me?"
Before you could answer, he recovered his innocent expression and offered you a hand.
"Would you grant me this dance?"