As the nobles mingled and conversed in the opulent ballroom, anticipation hung thick in the air, and the atmosphere was charged with excitement and curiosity.
Suddenly, the sound of trumpets echoed throughout the grand hall, drawing everyone's attention to the entrance as the herald's voice boomed above the murmurs of the crowd.
"Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests, please welcome the bride candidates," the herald announced, his voice carrying authority and significance.
All eyes turned toward the entrance as the doors swung open, revealing a procession of elegantly dressed young women, each accompanied by a member of their family or household.
The bride candidates, adorned in resplendent gowns and jewels, walked with poise and grace, their faces a mixture of nerves and anticipation as they made their way into the ballroom.
