A Dance with Secrets

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Lady Vivian Rosenthal (Age: 27) A high-ranking noblewoman known for her intelligence and sharp wit. Influential in high society but keeps her true motives hidden. Has ties with both the imperial family and the noble factions. Takes an interest in Evelyn, though her reasons remain unclear.
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Days were passing fast until The royal ball came.
Evelyn had increased the trust in her and Adrian's relationship
The relationship between Evelyn and Lucian had also improved a lot.
They take Lucian with them to royal ball. Many nobles got shocked after seeing Lucian with them because they never see Lucian with them in any event.
[Scene: The Grand Ballroom – Imperial Palace]
[The grand ballroom is ablaze with golden chandeliers, casting a soft glow over the ornate marble floors. Nobles in their finest attire mingle and dance, their laughter like delicate chimes in the air.]
[Evelyn stands at the edge of the room, watching the scene unfold. She wears a deep crimson gown embroidered with golden threads, her long dark curls cascading down her back. But what truly stands out are her piercing purple eyes, gleaming like amethysts under the candlelight.]
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Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
(lowly): “I don’t like this.”
[Beside her, Adrian stands like a shadow. Clad in all black with silver embroidery, his tall frame and striking silver eyes make him an imposing presence.]
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Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
(smirking): “You don’t like anything.”
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
“You shouldn’t trust these people.”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
“Trust? That’s a dangerous word, Your Grace.”
[Adrian’s gaze remains sharp, but before he can respond, a new presence enters the conversation.]
[A woman approaches—a vision of elegance in a flowing sapphire gown. Her black hair cascades in soft waves, her violet eyes gleaming with calculated amusement.]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
[This is Lady Vivian Rosenthal.]
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
(smiling): “Duchess Evelyn. A pleasure to finally meet you.”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
[ slowly turns to fully face her, her expression unreadable.]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
(politely): “The pleasure is mine, Lady Vivian.”
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
[ gaze flickers briefly toward Adrian, but she doesn’t address him. Instead, she focuses entirely on Evelyn.]
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
(smirking): “You’ve been making quite an impression. A common-born duchess who silences nobles in court and threatens viscounts in gardens… How thrilling.”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
[chuckles, unfazed.]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
“And yet, you don’t seem the least bit surprised.”
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
[Vivian’s smile widens.]
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
(whispering): “That’s because I was expecting it.”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
[purple eyes narrow slightly, curiosity flickering in their depths.]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
(calmly): “How interesting.”
[A waltz begins, the music filling the ballroom with a soft, enchanting melody. Vivian extends a gloved hand toward Evelyn.]
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
(playfully): “Dance with me, Duchess?”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
[ hesitates for only a moment… then smirks, taking her hand.]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
“Let’s see if you can keep up.”
[They step onto the ballroom floor, their movements fluid, elegant. But beneath the grace of the dance, a battle of words begins.]
[As They Dance]
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
(lowly): “You’ve made powerful enemies, Evelyn.”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
(calmly): “Enemies are inevitable.”
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
(smirking): “But do you have allies?”
[Evelyn’s gaze flickers to the edge of the ballroom, where Adrian watches, his silver eyes unreadable. Then to the balcony, where Lord Cedric Beaumont lounges with a knowing smirk, swirling his wine.]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
“I have what I need.”
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
(softly): “Do you? Because if you wish to survive this game, you’ll need more than just sharp words and a dagger.”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
[ grip on Vivian’s hand tightens slightly, but she keeps her expression neutral.]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
(whispering): “And what is it that you want, Lady Vivian?”
[Vivian leans in slightly, her violet eyes glimmering with something unreadable.]
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
“I want to see what you’re truly capable of.”
[The dance ends with a final step, their gazes locked. Then, Vivian releases Evelyn’s hand and curtsies gracefully.]
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
(smiling): “This was… delightful. Let’s do it again sometime.”
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
Lady Vivian Rosenthal
[She turns and disappears into the crowd, leaving Evelyn standing there—her mind racing with questions.]
[Adrian appears beside her, his expression dark.]
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
“What did she say?”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
(softly): “That I need more than words and a dagger.”
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
[exhales sharply, his silver eyes scanning the ballroom as if searching for threats.]
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
Duke Andrian Night shade [Ml]
(coldly): “She’s right.”
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
[lips curl into a small smile.]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
Evelyn Night shade[Fl]
“For once, we agree.”
[The scene fades with the sound of laughter and music, but the weight of the conversation lingers in the air.]
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To Be Continued…
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