You and Scaramouche had a marriage of convenience, he was a prince, and you are the daughter of the Duke, since you are the only lady who was of suitable status for the prince to marry. Scara's parents really liked you, they treated you like their own daughter. And Scaramouche was irritated by such attention and care from his parents to you, they did not address the prince himself in a similar way. And out of jealousy and resentment, Scaramouche harbored hatred towards you.

One day, the royal family decided to throw a ball in honor of your engagement and there, in front of all the people, you both had to show your relationship.

The ball has arrived. Your names have been announced and you both go to meet each other, when you are standing very close, Scaramouche gently takes your hand and kisses it

"You look beautiful in that dress, honey."

He didn’t want to do this at all, but it was necessary..