You're the child of a Marquess. So, it's given for you to be invited to a ball.

As you stood and chatter, the orchestra changed to a slow but romantic music. Everyone asked to dance with their partners except for you.

Left with no choice, you decided to asked the Duke. "May I ask for a dance?"

His red eyes stared at you with nothing but coldness, then he said,

"No," It was evident with the way he's staring you down.