Chapter 7 - Do You Want to Dance?

After waiting a while, finally the doctor came and treated Roselia. Andre Notchtown, the Claymore's private doctor, was born in noble family who produced many talented doctors from their generations. Many of them served at Zetas Kingdom's Hospital and treat all their patients with care. But, the Notchtown and the Claymore were old friends since a long time ago, so there always someone who took care of Claymores when they were sick. This time, Andre was chosen to be the private doctor, since the previous one was passed away.

"I hope you will get better soon, my lady." Andre took his hat and bid farewell to Roselia.

"Thank you, doctor!" Roselia get Vini, the head maid, to walk doctor Andre out.

Roselia released a long sigh after she left alone in her room. She get off the bed and walk closer to her room's window. Suddenly, there was someone knocking at the door.

"Come in," said Roselia. She looked surprised, when she turn to see who was coming.

"My lady, how is your feeling?" Asked Thomas Humprey while standing at the door.

"Thomas!" She smiled and walk closer to that teenage boy. "I'm happy to see you here! But, don't you have to go to the coming of age ceremony?"

Originally, the coming of age ceremony was an event to celebrate because the Crown Prince reached an adult age which was 17 years old. But, along with that, this also celebration for another young man and girl as they reached their adult age. All family in Zetas Kingdom gathered together to celebrate this happy occasion.

While the noble and the Royal Family celebrate it in the Main Royal Hall, the citizen of Zetas celebrate it in the big Plaza at the center of the Kingdom. Later, after the ceremony in Main Royal Hall was finished, the Emperor and the Crown Prince would took the Royal Carriage and give greetings to them in the big Plaza then after that the coming of age ceremony would finally over.

"I will go there soon. I just want to tell you to rest and have proper meal, don't refuse to eat anymore. I know you're planning something because you told Vini to shut her mouth."

Roselia eyes got wide after heard what Thomas had said. "...I see, you already know it." She tucked her arms behind her back, a habit that would appear when she felt guilty.

"...Sigh.. But, I know you're very happy because finally Rosé could see the world outside Claymore mansion." Thomas folding his arms on his chest.

Roselia could only let out a big smile on her face. This young man really knew her best.

"I hope you don't harm your body like this anymore." Thomas said with concern in his voice. He knew the twin daughters from little and he always took care both of them. He always treated the Claymores like his own family.

She nodded. "I promise! Next, I will think another plan for Rosé, a good plan that will not harm anyone."

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At the Main Royal Hall, Rosé stand alone on the side while watching people dance in couple at the center. Her parents and brothers were away to talk with their colleagues. When a waiter passed by bringing some foods, she would grab one or two and eat them in silence. Little things she knew, there were many people stare at her and watch her in secret. They were fascinated by her graceful appearance in turquoise dress.

"Ah, I really must wear dress in that color next time, she is really beautiful in that dress."

"She looks very unique while the other ladies wear common color like white or pink dress in occasion like this."

Meanwhile, the remaining crowds still expecting the Crown Prince to come down from his chair next to the Emperor. Many ladies who felt anxious while waiting the Crown Prince, finally start to accept invitations for dance from the other man instead.

After a long time, finally, the Crown Prince walk down from his chair and start to walked pass the crowds, but no one dares to come closer. For ladies, they could only wait and hope they were chosen for the Crown Prince's first dance partner and for the man, they were hoping to talk to the Crown Prince and hope they can become someone he would pick when he needed person who help him manage the kingdom.

Libra Wayne Zetas as the Crown Prince could not escape from many spectators who tend to gain his favor. He only let out a small sigh and walk pass the people stand near him. The only thing on his mind was to find that little daughter of Claymore.

He was looking a couple of minutes before he saw she was there, standing while gave the empty crystal glass to the waiter. Then he thought to himself, now what?

After he paused a bit, then he walked closer to Rosé. "Good day, my lady." He greeted her.

Rosé turned her gaze and meet with the gold color of the Crown Prince's eyes. She stunned and felt like she was looking at the shiny stars of the whole universe at Crown Prince's eyes.

She quickly came to her sense and gave a greeting to the Crown Prince. "Blessing to the Crown Prince of Zetas Kingdom."

"My name is Libra, may I ask your name, my lady?" The Crown Prince put a small smile on his face knowing the girl in front of him looked a little bit awkward.

Maybe she realized who I am when she looked at me?

Ask Libra in his head.

"Your majesty, I am Roselia, from Claymore household."

Libra held out his hand and start asking, "Do you want to dance? May I have this first dance of my coming of age ceremony with you, Roselia?"

With that questions, there was an instant silence in the hall. The crowds waiting for Rosé's answer.

Rosé stared at the Crown Prince's hand and then shift her gaze to his dazzling eyes again. Then she reached that hand while saying, "I do."

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To be Continued