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[h3][color=EEC041]Time:[/color] Early Evening
[color=EEC041]Location: [/color]Caesonia Castle Ball Room in Sorian[/h3]
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The elegant and lofty ballroom of the Caesonia Kingdom had impressed for centuries and King Edin had no doubt it would not succeed now to delight the eyes of the Alidasht people in the forthcoming arrival. Gilded structures lined the pillars on the wall as well as brilliant lit torches. Blue curtains framed each archway. The magnificently large open floor reflected the figures as they moved about. Upon the balcony, that could be accessed from the grand staircase, were musicians who kept the vast room alive with the sound of a glorious melody.  

Lining the sides of the ballroom were long tables covered in a large assortment of delicacies that were sure to entice any attending. A large glistening hog with a juicy apple adorning its mouth served as the centerpiece of one table. Surrounding it were delicious roast vegetables of all varieties hand-picked from the finest farms of Caesonia.  Not knowing what these exotic royals preferred, it had been ordered that every type of exquisite food known to his chefs would be made available. Pheasants, beef, and even frog legs were laid out in amazing works of art, clearly done so purely to impress.

King Edin Danrose had held this ball to welcome the royal children of Alidasht, who would be spending the season with them. He was certain to impress. A man of his standards and reputation made sure he never failed to do so. The Varian Kingdom had been invited too as he wanted to make sure his sons had their options open. They had certainly come of age to start browsing for wives, despite his hopes to keep their relations within the Kingdom. He sat on a magnificent throne in the back of the room gazing upon the people as they danced, scanning the room for his anticipated visitors. Queen Alibeth was at his side on a smaller throne as she gripped its intricately-detailed handles, her expression unreadable. The clothes of the couple were, of course, extravagant and over the top. Alibeth was never seen without her decadent earrings and oversized crystal necklaces; Edin never without his humongous, jeweled crown and long red cape. It was expected that their sons Prince Wulfric and Prince Azer would be timely and arrive quite soon.

Count Calbert was observed entering, his pale beautiful wife Liliane on his arm. All eyes were on them as they entered gracefully. Sweet Countess Lily dressed humbly yet still looked angelic as she always did. Count Calbert had the same smirk tugging on his lips as his deep blue eyes hovered the room, taking it in like an alert wolf as he sized up a clearing for prey. Their stunning daughter Lady Violet was sure to follow not far behind. The sight of Count Calbert Damien himself stirred conversation amongst the guests as they speculated whether or not Duke Lorenzo Vikena would make a showing after disappearing for so long. It had not been long ago that Calbert and Lorenzo seemed to always be sighted around each other. Many admired Calbert’s generous heart as he had been there for Lorenzo when no one else wanted to.
Various other Caesonia nobles made their way into the room from all over the Kingdom. Once their line had finished, in came the Varian Kingdom nobles.

King Alixandre Camilia arrived next, his hand enclosed with his dazzling wife Queen Rosa Camilia. He greeted those around the entrance with pleasantries and handshakes. The blonde-haired, kind-faced man was never seen without his smile and seemed to treat strangers like dear friends. A hush loomed over the room as Queen Rosa’s youthful ethereal beauty always invoked feelings among all she graced her presence with. She too smiled and greeted all with her husband with poise. Necks were craned as guests looked for the sight of the enchanting Princess Beatrice and Prince Felix of the Varian Kingdom.

Chatter once again commenced as the often gossiped about Duchesses of the Varian Kingdom made their quiet entrance. Despite the rumors that circulated across the room, Duchess Alice Smithwood wore a smile of true happiness as she pulled her darling Valerie into a dance almost immediately upon entry. It was clear when the two were around each other, no one else existed. 
Curiosity was rampant for how Lord Leo and Lady Thea would look as it had been some time since the two had entered the Caesonia Kingdom. 

While all eyes were on the Varian Duchesses, Count Sebastian Blackwood and his niece, Lady Mina Blackwood, slipped into the ballroom on silent feet. Surprisingly, despite reports of the Varian Count being rather sickly, he looked healthy as ever. A pleasant smile lived on his face as he quietly said something to his niece before departing from her to speak with an acquaintance he’d spotted across the room. Lady Mina seemed to watch him briefly, a small bit of concern evident on her face before she moved to retrieve a drink and stand off to the side observing people.

There was a long pause from people entering the ballroom until a servant suddenly entered, looking a little frantic before trying to compose themselves as they swiftly made their way towards King Edin. Eyes fell on the servant, confusion apparent, as they watched the man whisper something to the king. Before he could finish, however, the doors of the ballroom burst open as an extravagant entourage of humans and animals entered the ballroom. First to enter were veiled women with baskets of flower petals, dancing around as they spread the flower petals. Next to enter were armed guards who eyed all in the room, searching for any threat. Finally, carried on a palanquin, entered Sultan Raif Kadir, dressed in exotic purple and gold robes and an adorable monkey on his shoulder he was feeding dates. Beside him entered his Grand Vizier and brother, Hafiz Kadir, dressed in a similar fashion with a smug smirk on his face as he watched the expressions of others. The plethora of children of the sultan was sure to follow, perhaps even with animals of their own.

The Danroses, the guests, and all were in awe and disbelief.


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