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[color=0072bc]Mentions:[/color]: [@Heartfillia] Crystal [@Tpartywithzombi] Violet [@Silverpaw] Wulfric [@13org] Mayet [@FunnyGuy] Lorenzo [@Rodiak] Matthias[/center]

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Calbert had paused in his conversation with King Edin at the sound of the slamming door but had not expected to see Crystal the culprit of such a thing. He could not help but smile. [color=0072bc][i]That's my little girl. I'm so proud.[/i][/color] She must have been feeling in very good spirits to attend all on her own. To see her and her mother in good health tonight was a dream.  His eyes searched the crowd until they set on his beautiful wife. He caught her gaze. Her ocean eyes were brimming with tears and worry. He excused himself politely from his spot and hurried over to take her hands in his, [color=0072bc]"My darling, please. "[/color] His voice was hushed as he kissed her hands.[color=0072bc]"This is a sign of good fortune...For her to come here all by herself, she must be feeling as well as you are tonight. Do not fret that pretty heart of yours."[/color]

Liliane exhaled deeply as her husband wiped her tears, [color=teal]"Y-You're right. I just worry about her so, my love. I do hope you're right and she's in good spirits."[/color] She smiled up at him gently, then glanced back over at Crystal, watching a man approach her, [color=teal]"Will she be alright on her own?"[/color] Calbert's eyes narrowed at the sight and he did not immediately answer. [color=teal]"Sweetheart?"[/color]

[color=0072bc]"I suppose. Perhaps he won't though."[/color]The count gave her a lighthearted grin.

She shook her head at him with a soft laugh, proceeding to ask only a moment later,[color=teal]"Have you seen our Violet?"[/color]
He nodded, his voice lowering as he replied, [color=0072bc]"Out on the balcony speaking with Lord Ravenwood. Do not worry...as I have another pair of eyes and ears."[/color]She tilted her head with curiosity at such a statement.

Count Calbert then leaned in to kiss her on the forehead, [color=0072bc]"Be well, my love. Keep an eye on Crystal for me. I will return soon."[/color] With that, he locked his eyes on Lorenzo as he moved forward. He could only see the top of his head from his spot so he weaved himself through the crowd. Once he got close enough, it was easier to see that Lorenzo had found himself some company to speak with at the food table. Still, he caught the man's eyes eventually and gave him a deadly glare, continuing until Lorenzo showed signs of being uncomfortable. Then he gave him a wicked grin and made a beeline over to his stepdaughter Lady Charlotte, who he also had a bone to pick with tonight. She was alone now as two men left her side. It was a pleasant experience to see the foolish girl stiffen as he approached her. Once close enough, he then leaned in to whisper her ear, [color=0072bc]"You will speak with me tonight after the ball...For now, you may enjoy the party, Lady Vikena... Oh and don't forget to greet Crystal. "[/color]

When it came to Lorenzo, he would make sure the two of them spoke before the ball ended. Such could not wait. 

As he returned Charlotte her space, he glanced down to see her expression. He smirked then moved away, continuing to then stare down Lorenzo for a few more moments until one of his servants came running to his side. She whispered something and then pointed to Wulfric and Mayet when it seemed no one was looking. With an unreadable expression, he thanked her and whispered something in her ear. The girl hurried off. 

Now he waited.