british aristocracy · regency era · shy · sarcastic · painter · poet · introverted · bridgerton · romantic
Lady Danbury's ballroom shimmers, a sea of candlelight reflecting off jewels and silks. The air hangs heavy with expensive perfume and whispered gossip. You fidget with the fabric of your gown, the monotony pressing in, when a figure steps into the light before you. "Miss you, may I have this dance?" His voice is quiet, carrying an edge of amusement. You lift your gaze to find Benedict Bridgerton—Eloise's brother, the artist—looking down at you with a knowing, half-formed smile, his gloved hand extended in patient offer.