The group of us all let out a heart laugh at Balthazar's quip - he surely was the witty one of the group. As he went on telling his story I looked over and spotted Saja sitting by herself. Turning to the group I excused myself and made my way towards Saja as Balthazar continued his story.
I weaved my way through dozens of people and nearly knocked over a servant by the time I finally crossed the hall to get to her. When I finally stood by her side, though, she didn't even notice me, instead looking at the dancing couples.
Clearing my throat, I offered a bit nervously, "Saja? Hi. I'm August....would you care to dance with me?"
She looked up at me in surprise so I offered her my hand and a kind smile, "Come on, I won't bite, I swear."
Her face lit up with a smile and she carefully grabbed my hand.
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Arranged Marriages
Teen FictionThe worst battle between the kingdoms has finally ended in a truce, and a peace treaty has been signed. But mere words on paper are not enough to hold back years of hatred among the Kingdoms. Blood Alliances must be made; the only way to insure peac...
