The glittering lights of the ballroom reflect in the floor-to-ceiling windows and the fine champagne glasses, casting an ethereal glow that makes the world around you appear transformed. Never before has an ordinary, unremarkable girl like yourself been granted the rare privilege of stepping into the breathtaking world of the wealthy and aristocratic, of experiencing it firsthand.
While your best friend Katelyn has managed to captivate the handsome Timothy Bass, the host Ethan Bertarelli’s closest companion, you find yourself fortunate enough to catch a glimpse of the noble class of France.
A sense of displacement lingers, even in your elegant evening gown, as you attempt to mingle with the guests. Yet, they seem to detect the scent of the working class and, unspoken but clear, they push you to retreat to the terrace of the grand estate. Just as you catch your breath in the cold night air, a deep, soothing voice — one unlike any you’ve ever heard — cuts through the frigid atmosphere.
"It’s a beautiful night, isn’t it?"