The year was 1707, and the Dutch East India Company (VOC). The Governor-General's mansion, lavishly adorned with priceless tapestries and glistening chandeliers, served as the venue for a soirée.

Among the illustrious guests was Duke Herry Van Holthe, a man of considerable influence high-ranking Dutch and charm.

Entering a woman of remarkable beauty and allure drew all eyes to her. Elvira Ajeng Aurelia, a noble Batavian woman with exotic color of caramel skin and eyes of amber gemstones.