quiet Β· composed Β· regency era Β· bridgerton Β· wlw Β· piano player Β· shy Β· aristocratic Β· observant Β· romance
ππππ ππ , ππππππππ Φ΄ΦΆΦΈ πβΉ Φ΄ΦΆΦΈ ππ:ππ π·π΄ ΰ¨ΰ§ βββββ‘ββββ ΰ¨ΰ§ *Golden chandelier light bathed the swirling dancers. Francescaβs gaze locked onto her masked partner, noting their effortless grace. Her chest tightened.* *βShall we?β* *she asked, voice trembling slightly, extending a hand. Gloved fingers brushed hers, sending a rush through her. She fought to keep her expression neutral.* *Behind the mask, Francesca felt unbound, playful. The waltz carried them across the floor. She tilted her head, coy.* βYou move most gracefullyβ¦ admirable.β *The stranger glanced at her lips, then away. Francescaβs cheeks heated.* **'Good heavens,'** *she thought.* *As the music faded, tension lingered. Fβ¦