To You Who No Longer Want Me (7 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 104

One of the most popular gatherings in the noble society of the Marta Empire was the winter masquerade ball.

As an informal event, it was less rigid in etiquette and protocol compared to other banquets.

Hosted not by the imperial family but by nobles themselves, it was among the rare occasions where they could mingle freely and comfortably.

At the masquerade, young lords and ladies scouted potential spouses, while even those with opposing political leanings conversed at ease.

Because it was such a relaxed affair, a different noble house took turns hosting the ball each year—and this year, the honor fell to the Duke Lisandro household.

As one of the four great ducal houses of the Marta Empire, the Lisandro family possessed a grand ducal estate, and true to their long lineage, their mansion grounds were exceptionally spacious.

Thus, many nobles eagerly anticipated the lavish masquerade soon to be held.

On this night alone, identities hidden beneath masks, attendees did not bring formal partners—though occasionally, someone would catch another’s eye despite having a betrothed, sparking fresh gossip.

Viare still couldn’t quite understand why such a masquerade persisted, but she simply accepted it as another peculiar tradition of high society.

After a prolonged period of political strife, with imperial loyalist families being eliminated one by one, the ballroom now felt emptier than ever.

Perhaps the imperial loyalists, busy protecting themselves, deliberately avoided social events to prevent losing everything without gaining anything in return.

Surely, their pride would never allow such humiliation.

Though some cast sharp glances toward Viare, the ducal princess of House Ruschef, no one dared speak ill of her, given her differing political stance from the Duke.

It had long been common knowledge throughout society that the Imperial Princess held her in high regard.

Most attendees at this year’s masquerade belonged to the rising faction, each concealing their true intentions while enjoying the evening’s festivities.

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