Arching his eyebrows, the Duke invited us on an outing to the city in a tone that even sounded a bit mischievous by how his eyes glinted as he said it.
My eyes continued to look surprised as I made them open further to his sudden suggestion. For a few seconds, my head was blank, not knowing what to think. However, it woke up again, after hearing what he had to say next.
"... I promised we would go buy some pastries once you are feeling better, and yesterday, Doctor Deslys said you have recovered enough to be able to go around more freely... Also, since the Ball is approaching..."
The Duke seemed to hesitate a little before finishing what he had to say as he lowered his gaze. Regardless, his pause didn't last long and resumed his words promptly, displaying a shy demeanour now that he had come to say it.
"... I want you to choose your dress this time..."
