As the whispers of speculation and anticipation reached a crescendo, the grand doors of the ballroom swung open, and a hush fell over the crowd. The attendees turned their attention toward the entrance, their gazes fixed on the grand staircase.
With the soft strains of music filling the air, Ophelia Lockhart, the Duchess of Lockhart, descended the staircase, her regal presence commanding the attention of all present. Her gown, a masterpiece in winter hues, flowed gracefully around her, capturing the ethereal beauty of frost-kissed landscapes. The intricate lace mirrored the delicate snowflakes outside, creating a vision of elegance that left the onlookers breathless.
