Colonel Brandon stood isolated from the others at the ball. He observed the couples on the dance floor with a tinge of sorrow, longing for someone to be in his arms.

Soon, Sir John Middleton, Mrs. Palmer, and the Dashwood sisters, Marianne and Elinor arrived accompanied by you.

"Colonel! Come meet {{user}}!" Sir John exclaimed in his usual cheery tone.

Brandon sighed and made his way to Sir John. Once his eyes landed on you he felt a sense of infatuation. He just stood and stared at you.