The Book Of Flowers

First Dance

-- A few minutes later ---

Under 15 minutes...

In under 15 minutes, the contents of this room were already filled with noble families from abroad. Various forms of clothing are here, derived from their respective customs

Drinks had already begun to be removed, and the food on the table had already begun to be raided as they talked about something that was not very important to me. I just looked at them from the corner of the room, trying not to attract their attention talking to me

Let's take a look...

Eloy's in there. I was surprised he could still show his face in this place, after how I********his pride was in front of everyone back then

He seemed to have glanced at Eleanor since then, but turned when Albert turned his head towards her

Eleanor also looked very graceful. I'm sure the person before him was offending him, but he looked very relaxed as if he wasn't bothered

I wanted to help her, but it didn't seem necessary. He's stronger than I originally thought about him

Grandier's family had glanced at us since then, but once again they turned away as I returned their glances. The ones that glanced at us the most were the two sons of the family, the first child of Duke Grandier and his third child as well. Both are Veskal's half-brothers

If not mistaken, the first one was named Alexandrio. In short, Alex. The younger one was named Gabriel

...

They did not look at me, but at Veskal beside me. Sometimes to Albert, if I look better

People's minds seem easy to read. I'd better move the target

Then...

There's King Louis of Cassiopeia there...

But I doubt if I should get close to him or not. He and the king of Avdol from Sahra also did not seem to want to talk to anyone. They seem to be watching everyone like me

Then...

"Vain's. Vain!"

Hmphc... Verdea...

"Why?" I answered it

"I've been calling you since! You're too deep to observe everyone here!"

Really?

"Ah, sorry. I just want to find out who to look out for and not"

"For what? They don't even intend to get close to us right now"

"Who knows, right? Besides, none of your family members have come yet"

What are they preparing to take this kind of time? They are the star of the party, besides Verdea. Isn't it rude for the host to keep the guests waiting?

Or is there a problem with one of them?

"Greetings! The Hortensia family has arrived in the hall area!!"

Oh-

Forgetit. The people we were waiting for finally arrived as well

All the remaining members of the Hortensia family simultaneously entered the room. Using matching clothes with each other, they definitely intend to show their closeness to everyone

'Nearness'. Ahahaha!

What a funny joke!

...

To be honest, they looked very elegant wearing red clothes with gold ornaments. Their dress model seems to be likened to their equally bright hair color

The people who design their clothes are all amazing. I might have to figure out who they are to make some new clothes for me to bring home. Luxor and Ordelia will definitely love to dabble in new clothes

The jewelry choices are also very interesting. They do not look expensive, but can add to the beauty of a beautiful figure from the face of all members of this family. Especially the women

It seemed that they were indeed already beautiful from his blood. No wonder this one kid is getting good looking the bigger he is

Then I realized one thing

It seems like the reason why Verdea gets a different green outfit from her family is to accentuate herself. Rosalia was also like that when her debut took place, wearing purple dresses and jewelry while the others wore white

It might be a tradition, but Verdea and I don't really know about it. Or maybe it is just the taste of the dress tailor to highlight the star of the party

...

This kid looks nervous half dead now...

Wh why? It was obvious because there was one event he really wanted to avoid. One event that unfortunately became the main event of every debutant party

Danced

I wanted to say pity, but I'd be lying if I didn't say I'd enjoy her embarrassed face later. Even the shape of his face was imagined

Ahaha...!!! I became amused myself...!!

But we'll see. Whether Verdea's face would turn from embarrassment and nervousness, or he could hold it to the end

Damien had also started his speech. He had to watch until the end so as not to be impressed by his own busyness

......................

"Well, what if we start the main party? Let's welcome the star of this debutant party!"

Damien glanced at Verdea after he finished speaking. All the applause of the audience accompanied Verdea who walked to the center of the room while standing upright

He's so tense! Holy hooch!

I'd laugh if he passed on that pose-!

Even some people could see clearly that he was nervous, but not too many were bothered about it. They only came to judge, so even though Verdea stood up without a 'disfigured' attitude though, their gazes had no value to us

At least everyone knows he's still a kid. He would not give any sign of danger to their position for now, or so they thought

One by one the young girls from every family present asked Verdea to dance with them. Their greetings always sound the same. Introduce the name, then connect with, "May I ask for the honor of your first dance?"

But...

Verdea rejected them one by one after she was seen studying. Unfortunately, the young girls had neither the ability nor the appearance that could make Verdea nervous

There was even one of them who quietly started grumbling while returning to their family. Some of them look very disappointed because they feel like failing and look like they want to cry

It didn't take me long to understand Verdea's feelings about the young girls. No one seems to fit him right now

Or, if I may say, there's no one on her level no matter how they try. Not in the sense of looking down

I shook my head while smiling, while Verdea continued to reject the young girls one by one

Till...

Her eyes widened...

Along with all my friends, except for me who had planned when this moment came together with Ordelia

"!!!"

"Oh-?"

"Huh??"

...

A beautiful girl of her age in a blue dress that had the impression of a sea arrived before her

The girl he saw every day. However, for the first time, she saw the girl wearing a dress that was more open on her shoulders, unlike the tastes she used to wear

Girls who then formally introduce their names, even though they already know themselves well from each other in everyday life

"My name is Remina Stagnia of Miralius. I hope you don't mind dancing with me, Verdea"

...

He called Verdea's name out loud without using the title...

Even Remina was aware that she made a mistake. But he actually glanced at Verdea as if he was showing off even though he was bowing respectfully as well

"Vainzel's...! Why is Remina there...??" Lyralia asked while shaking my body, coupled by Ivor who was also confused to spontaneously follow her. I they made a drift to the right and to the left

This is your life when you have a friend who can't keep quiet...

"The thing is, we also came to this party as guests. Not just a Verdean servant. So..."

So, I also had to bring a young lady of Verdea's age here. Because I don't have any children yet as well as my other friends, and most of my Elf friends aren't that girl the same age as that kid anymore...

Then Remina alone could fit that category. She also looks perfect in a dress

Ordelia was very good at picking and dressing for him. Although Remina reminds me of Lyralia as a child with that look...

Remina still bowed respectfully like a royal princess, while Verdea was still stunned amid the whispers of those who saw

Before long, Verdea finally showed a movement. He was seen laughing a little, before holding it back almost instantly because he wanted to keep a picture of himself

He looked delighted by Remina's presence before him, seen with her face starting to bloom and brightening again. The sign that she was nervous had disappeared, as her smile broadened

And finally...

His hands were stretched out with the appropriate manners, asking Remina to dance with him

"It's an honor for me too, Remina" he said

Well...

He replied to Remina's remark by not using the title 'miss' apparently...

Remina smiled, raised her head, and prepared to dance with Verdea

Damien who joined hands with Remina's performance even until a little late to ask the musicians to start the music

Hm hm~ They start dancing~

And they did it using the techniques I taught them. Compatibility is an important key to showing how graceful they are today

The 2-day lesson turned out to be very fruitful, although the time we had seemed impossible. They might also be able to quickly assimilate themselves since they had already fought together for the past few occurrences

In essence, they could continue to maintain their movements without teasing each other's movements. They have been amazing to be able to practice the things that Ordelia and I have taught, and it is also amazing to be able to understand each other even though they often fight

And in the middle of the room they were dancing, trying to find a gap to open up a conversation with each other...

"Hey. I didn't know that Miralius was also counted as a guest? Vainzel didn't even tell me" Verdea asked

"Maybe Oberon wants to surprise you. He likes it, as far as I know. Only she and Mrs Ordelia knew of our position in this event" Remina replied

"I'll hit Vainzel later because it makes me nervous. You too..."

Verdea also knows the real reason Remina wants to change her clothes before the event starts earlier. The reason that he wet himself to clean up Verdea earlier was just a bonus point to launch this surprise

"Well... I almost died standing up because the girls looked enthusiastic but I refused like that..."

"Well... If so, why don't you just take one of them?"

"feels wrong. I don't even know and just met them today. Not knowing then no dear, maybe"

Remina chuckled faintly hearing that expression

"That means you love me?" He asked later

Verdea was jolted with a flushed face, almost messing with their rhythm

"Si-Who said that try it?? You gave a wrong meaning to my words!"

"Hm~? Is that how~?"

Verdea tried to restrain herself as much as possible, as Remina continued to tease her with a small laugh

...

...

"I'm glad you're my first dance partner. Thank you"

"Eh-?"

Verdea's face turned away, as Remina stared at him with a stunned face at the words she had just heard

This time, it was Remina who started to blush in embarrassment

"It's okay..." Remina answered slowly

The atmosphere is awkward...

"Your dress... Comfortable...?"

"... Not bad, at least..."

They stared at each other once more after that awkward moment, until a small laugh moment came out between the two of them. I can even see it from where I stand when they're having fun right now

Look at them dancing together. It's a little strange to see them get along, but once in a while it's not so wrong either

Their mood calmed down as they followed the music to the end. Move, but stay in the center of the hall, while maintaining the prescribed rhythm. Their movements complement each other, until Verdea looks no longer nervous and the two enter into the rhythm as if their bodies are accustomed. It was as if they had forgotten that they had always quarreled with each other

The cover dance was also they managed to do gracefully. Sweat began to fall from the forehead of the two of them, while both of them still maintaining the pose of the crouch, staring at each other. Verdea's left hand was on Remina's waist, and Remina's right hand was on Verdea's shoulder, as their tired breaths fused in a harmonious rhythm

Applause began to sound boisterous from all parties present there, giving appreciation to the two children who had given the awesome show

The two of them once again smiled at each other, then stood side by side with their hands holding each other in the air, before saluting everyone who was clapping towards them

Woah~ Amazing...!

They can keep dancing quietly, even though I caught some of their rhythms almost messed up for some reason...

"At least our efforts are fruitful" Ordelia whispered

I smiled, then replied with, "Right as well. What gifts should we give?"

We will definitely give them something good. Reward because they for once in a while do not fight as well

......................

"How was it, your first dance?" I asked, welcoming one of those who approached me

Unfortunately, only Remina could come closer. Verdea was forced by all the young people present to make conversation, and she looked overwhelmed on the other side of the room

"Good enough, I guess...?" Remina answered half in doubt, still glued to the busy Verdea

"That's it? Nothing works?"

"Stop that..."

Why does he hesitate to answer? Until he plays his index finger like that...

...

"Something seems to be helping the boy"

Veskal was gathering with the entire Grandier family (also) for being forced. Meanwhile Frank has to rest. I just found out that he was quickly agitated when he was at a crowded event, so he looked dehydrated and pale. So Ordelia and Ivor must accompany her

It seems like only me, Luna and Remina are left. The others who should have been left were busy looking for food to bring back to the castle...

"Alright, I'll go" Luna said, as I glanced at her

I haven't given the order yet, but he understands. My right hand is awesome

The young men looked surprised by Luna's presence. Maybe because the suit he was wearing belonged to the male servant, it did not match Luna who was a woman. I mean, his chest is a little visible from behind that suit...

I was happy to see him wearing that outfit because it suited him. So I told him to wear that suit and shirt

Verdea turned around after Luna whispered a little into her ear. I raised my right hand, calling him to come closer

He started apologizing to the others, but someone of them proposed something before he could move on. Something that made her look a little panicked, but didn't know what to do

Come on, give the kid some space. He just danced in front of all of you, but you pushed him on

Basic, humans lack work. What do they say until Verdea looks frantic try?