"Wait!" Alicia came to a sudden halt, her hands tightly clasping Prince Nicolas's, causing him to stop as well.
"What's the matter, Lise?" he questioned, concern evident in his expression.
"I... I..." Alicia stuttered nervously as the prince expectantly waited for her to speak.
Her eyes darted around the crowded ballroom, and then she leaned in, speaking in a hushed tone, "Can you come a little closer?" The subtle request conveyed a mix of nervousness and secrecy, prompting the prince to lean down slightly, bringing them closer together in the midst of the lively dance floor.
As Prince Nicolas leaned forward curiously, a faint frown etched on his face, Alicia hesitated for a moment before whispering something into his ears. The prince's eyebrows raised in surprise as he processed her words.
"Is that why you're hesitant?" he questioned, a chuckle escaping his lips. His amusement danced in his eyes.
