I Became Crown Prince's Wife
I thought this was a Fake Marriage (6)

It is not known if the story about the Crown Princess was really the work of the Crown Prince.

But it was clear that Blake would not let anyone approach him at today's party.

As soon as Chelsea arrived at the ballroom, she walked over to her father, Count Brooke, and relatives.

“They cannot in any way ask Your Majesty to dance. Tell them to be careful with their gazes as well. They should be polite! Tell other men in our family too! ”

When Chelsea said so, Count Brooke did not question him and told his nephew and family to do as he said.

The dance party had begun, but the tension in the room did not diminish in the slightest.

“You remember what I said? Do not ask Your Majesty to dance in any way. ”

Chelsea warned repeatedly about the Crown Prince, in fact, he was much scarier than Tenstheon.

Especially when it comes to Ancia.

Later, his cousin Thomas said, "Don't it break etiquette if I didn't ask him to dance?"

Thomas grumbled, unable to take his eyes off Ancia.

She just wants to dance with a beautiful girl but uses etiquette as an excuse!

Chelsea hit him on the back.

"ah! It hurts!"

"When are you going to grow up, b*son !?"

"Keep!"

"If you make a mistake today, I'll get you off the family list!"

Chelsea gave Thomas a stern warning.

He warned them once again before the event began.

***

When I first attended the palace dance, I was very nervous.

I quickly chose an elegant dress and remembered the roster of nobles.

After that, I was worried that I would make a mistake while attending the dance.

I'm afraid that my mistake will tarnish Blake's reputation.

But now it's different. No need to worry about things like that.

Even if I make a mistake, no one will underestimate Blake, the esteemed Crown Prince of the Asteris Empire.

However, I became nervous when the dance officially started.

I need to get my right leg out first. Don't forget that, Ancia. Right foot!

Do not be distracted by the steps, concentrate on maintaining balance.I must maintain a consistent distance from my partner. No hurry!

I can't do this. Let's revisit it. Right foot, left foot, forward and backward, turn…

And, uh, what is it?

Suddenly, I could not think of any move I had just memorized and my mind went blank.

What if I make a mistake?I hope I won't fall. If I step on his foot ...

Of course, even if I make a mistake, it doesn't mean that Blake's reputation will turn to dust.

But I don't want to be humiliated with so many people watching.

"Don't worry."

Blake said softly as if he had read my mind.

“But what if I fall? Many people are looking..”

"Should I make them bow their heads all the time?"

"…Huh?"

"I'll take away everything you don't like."

“Do not do that. It will be recorded in the history.”

I don't want to read a history book with a prince's anecdote that keeps all party attendees down all the time, just because his wife doesn't want to embarrass herself.

“And I don't mind if you step on my foot. You're like a fairy, as light as a feather.”

He said the same thing as when we were kids.

"really?"

"Yes. Besides, everyone is so busy looking at you that they don't even care about your steps. I'm afraid everyone has a crush on you.”

I'd hate it if someone else said it, but it sounded sweet the moment it came out of Blake's mouth.

Was it because of her innocent appearance, or because it was my husband's words that I felt happy about?

Elegant waltz melody meets ballroom.

We held hands, and after taking a deep breath, I took the first step with my right foot without making a mistake.

It was finally time for our first dance.

When the dance started, I was so happy to dance with Blake that I didn't care about my steps or movements at all.

Back then, we were practicing while looking at the moon in the palace hall, dreaming of the day we would attend the ball together.

After I returned to my original body, I practiced every day, preparing for this dance.

Maybe that's why my body remembers the steps without having to think about it.

I relaxed and danced freely, following the flow of music.

I wanted to share my first dance with Blake at the dance, but I thought it would be an impossible dream.

Since her curse had to be lifted if she wanted to get out of the shabby palace and attend the party, she needed the power of Diana's light.

So I thought there would be someone else next to Blake even if that day came.

But now we are still together.

I made the most difficult move easily, and soon, the dance was over.

Even though it's over, my heart still hasn't stopped racing.

I was so happy to be the one standing next to Blake that I couldn't calm down.

“It's like a dream.”

"I think so too."

"What if it's really a dream?"

What if I'm still wandering around in the dark and it's all an illusion?

“This is not a dream.”

Blake hugged me tight. Sensing her warm body temperature, my rapidly beating heart became a little calm.

"Absolutely. This is not a dream.”

We stood in arms of each other while the beautiful waltz melody gradually diminished and ended.

After the first song is over, it's time to change partners for the next song.

“It's okay now.”

I smiled brightly to reassure Blake, but she stood beside me firmly.

It is impolite to dance more than once with the same partner.

I was thinking about what to do, when I heard Tenstheon's voice.

"Blake, remember to follow etiquette."

The Imperial Crown Prince could not ignore the Emperor's words. Blake turned to look at Tenstheon.

"Your Majesty, do you want to dance too?"

Tenstheon quickly replied without the slightest hesitation.

"Yes. I've been waiting for years after you did your first dance.”

I was originally supposed to dance with Tenstheon at the first party I attended.

But Tenstheon knew I wanted to dance with Blake for my first dance so he didn't force me.

That was 10 years ago…

Tenstheon said so, but Blake stood still and refused to give up.

I let go of Blake's hand and looked at Tenstheon.

"My wife…"

Blake looked surprised when I chose His Majesty. I felt bad looking at her expression, but I couldn't help it this time.

"I promised my father a long time ago."

"Blake, get out of the way."

Tenstheon had always given Blake everything he wanted, but this time, he refused to give up.

"Ancia, will you dance with me?"

Tenstheon extended his hand and politely asked me to dance. I smiled brightly as I grabbed her hand.

"Of course."

I started my second dance with Tenstheon.

Step perfect.

I can see why Ms. Shardin says that I always dance according to the textbooks.

I've never danced with anyone but Blake. I don't even practice with anyone else.

So my dance moves are adjusted to Blake's only. It was the same for Blake as well.

However, Tenstheon led me perfectly.

Not only good at dancing, he is also able to improve the ability of his partner.

Even if someone does not know anything about dancing, they will look like a good dancer when dancing with him.

"Ancia, what's wrong."

"I'm just surprised that you dance so well."

"What are you saying?"

Tenstheon grinned and continued.

“I'm so glad you're back.”

“I'm also happy to dance with you.”

"No, it's my honor."

Thanks to Tenstheon's lead, I was able to finish the second dance without making any mistakes.

At the end of the second song, Tenstheon bowed slightly. That's the perfect solution.

After we finished dancing, I could feel the envious gazes of some women at me who wanted to be in my position. However, Tenstheon no longer danced and returned to his original position.

The next song also begins. Then, someone I never expected came to me.

"Will you give me the honor of dancing with His Majesty?"

“Diana.”

I never thought Diana would ask me to dance.

Although she was wearing pants today, there had never been two girls dancing together at an official party.

The people around me kept chatting, but Diana stood up confidently.

“Sister, this is the first dance of my life. Don't reject it.”

If everyone hears about it and I reject the offer, people will talk about it.

I grabbed Diana's hand and accepted the dance request, but I still felt uneasy.

“How can you dance with me for your first dance!?”

I whispered in his ear.

"Why indeed?"

“For your first dance, you have to dance with someone you like.”

There's Jayden and the other cool guys from the Knight Academy. There would definitely be someone who liked Diana among them.

Whoever it is, it would be better to dance with them than with me.

But Diana responded quickly.

“You are the person I like the most.”

“Diana..”.

“Music has started. Are we gonna stand like this?”

If we don't start moving, we'll bump into someone else.

I sighed and held her hand as we danced the waltz.