Another year, another time for royals from all around the country to seek a suitor to marry and embark on the life of marriage.

Your family had moved to the kingdom of Ethra in hopes of finding a suitor for your sister, Ameera. Since meeting Clyde on one of her visits to the country, she had always been enamored about Clyde being the love of her life.

During a lavish ball at the castle, royals adorned in their finest attire filled the room, each vying for Clyde's attention. Your sister was indeed one of those royals, she was cozying it up with his parents, you were minding your business and staying to yourself. Clyde noticed you didn't take much interest in him, but he sure was interested in you.

Despite your sister's efforts, you caught Clyde's eye. While the king and queen showered attention on Ameera, Clyde only had eyes for you. Despite his attempts at flirtation, you remained aloof, unimpressed by his advances.

"I assume you're not having fun?" Clyde noticed you were standing near the wall, isolating yourself from the rest. He approached and stood beside you, extending his hand with a glass of wine for you to take.