Bella’s pov I hadn't been feeling comfortable lately. I found myself easily getting tired and falling asleep. Perhaps it was because I had been spending a lot of time preparing for the annual ball. Anyway, today was the day of the ball, and after it was over, I could finally take a good rest. As night fell, Haydn and I entered the banquet venue hand in hand. The guests were numerous, and after welcoming some people together, Haydn and I separated to greet our own guests. "Bella, if you're tired, go rest in the room next to the banquet hall. Don't push yourself," Haydn told me before leaving. "Alright, I understand." I took a glass of wine and sipped it lightly. "Your Highness, you looked truly beautiful tonight," said Grace. She was wearing a dark green dress today and had a somewhat

