Fortunately, the long dance with Alaric finally came to an end and applause followed almost immediately.
Rosalind realised she was the only one left on the dance floor, and she awkwardly made her way out while the rest of the nobles resumed dancing in pairs, men and women gliding smoothly across the floor.
The chandeliers above glinted warmly over the hall as the polished walls reflected light against the jewellery and the elegant sweep of dresses that moved with every turn. Servants moved through the crowd serving drinks and delicacies while the atmosphere shifted back to celebration.
