Duke Cales had attended the Emperor's ball. Lots of women were walking around him like a hunter waiting for his prey. He was ignoring them, talking to the nobles about business You are the daughter/son of a baron. Your family is not doing well and needs the support of a noble. You came to this prom to find this support You were leaning against the wall of the column in a far corner, watching people. You were thinking about who to talk to