He took her hand gently, ready to begin to dance when the music began to play more rhythmically. Arlyn was surprised to dance with the Queen of the Elves, for he thought that she would most likely be within the company of the King. But, nevertheless he began to dance with her anyway, then taking both hands as his body slowly moved to the sound of the music, his robe swishing back and forth like a wave. "Indeed he does," Arlyn tried to say rather quickly, hoping that none could hear his rebellious words. The words that followed then brought him out from his nearly contented state. "Yes," he looked down solemnly. However his glance briefed back up as fast as it went down, continuing to dance for otherwise he could not see where he was going. He didn't like to mention the fact that he was all alone, as he had not found his true love yet nor did he have any friends that accompanied him. However he knew that the Master of Fire was here at least... but he would most likely be preoccupied with the other guests, as he always seemed to have. Though, he was fortunate enough to dance with the Queen here and now, even if he didn't already know her.

Slowly twirling, he tried to keep up with the music the best her could. He was an old man, and the others seemed to prance around him with such vigor. It was hard for him to catch up, hopefully her majesty did not mind. Though, her words also encouraged him. Surprised to see him without a partner? Well then maybe he was expected to have one. "You as well," he said, referring to the king of elves. Quickly he changed the subject. "How goes Aelfmenn?" he then asked, his eyes trying to adjust to the bright lights than shone above amongst all the shining dresses. He was curious to see how the kingdom of elves was doing. He hasn't been there in a while, so he wondered how it was there. Last time he was there it was in great condition, as it usually was it seemed.

When the first dance ended and the music's tune began to play a different song, the fae giddily skipped onto the floor, pulling Carlisle as well with both hands. She then began to dance, jumping and spinning and twirling with all lack of grace. Eriu was by far not a professional dancer, only a swordsman but they only performed during parades with their swords. Instead she looked like she was doing a farmer's dance of some sort, looking like a bird hoping back and forth although she was smiling happily as if all was well. She was just moving her body to the music and was having fun with it. Then Carlisle mentioned her being beautiful and that the dress suited her. Her cheeks flushed red immediately and she buried her face in her hands, shaking it within them, stopping dancing. "Ahh, I can't believe you think soooo!" she said embarrassed, voice high pitched although muffled in her hands. Not too many ever complimented her, so it was a surprise. A good surprise nonetheless. She had spent a lot of time searching for a good dress to wear. She was happy that he liked it. Her hands then dropped from her face, smiling as she beamed, looking back up at him.

"You look handsome yourself," she complimented, now noticing the black attire that he wore. It matched his physique, and made him look fancier than normal. Although it was just now that she had even discovered it. Offering to take his hands again, she continued dancing. "The suit looks good on you too! The black really matches!" she spoke honestly, taking another look at his outfit as a whole. Then, she continued to twirl and swirl, her white and pink dress spinning around as much as she. "Nonsense! You are an excellent dancer!" she protested, doing some odd dance moves herself. Surely, she stood out from the rest of the other dancers. And most likely not in a good way. She didn't care, although even still he was probably a better dancer than she was. Or at least, not making himself look as such of a fool. After continuing to dance her eyes causally glanced around a bit at the other dancers, to see who else was there. Though she didn't plan on leaving him however. As she didn't recognize anyone she knew, her eyes focused back up to him again, the crowd beginning to become larger, forcing her to dance closer to him. She found herself bumping into his chest, then looking up at him. "Of course!" she said gleefully, then stepping away from him again. She would love to visit his office again, and to see how his child was doing. "I'd love to!"

The dance then continued on, as the melodies floated throughout the room. She was enjoying herself more and more, and the night was still young. Now doing some odd dance that caused her to shake her arms one after another in front of her, she looked back toward the direction of where the princess and her partner was. "Did you see the princess dancing? Wasn't she just wonderful?" she asked with wonder, turning again to him. "Maybe we can meet her!" she spoke with exultation, with the hope that they really could. She then continued to speak. "And that guy she was dancing with! He was really good!" She remembered how well they were dancing together. Though he looked as if he was born to dance. She was curious about him. Maybe they could talk to them and show them how to dance? Eriu would really like to. Searching behind her, she didn't see any sign of them yet within the crowd, but she knew that they were there. She turned her head to Carlisle again. "Maybe we can talk to him too! Oh I would love to learn how to dance like that!" she said dreamily, hoping that she could learn how to. Though she continued to dance along with Carlisle anyway, grateful that she had a good dance partner as well.

Ladon arrived alongside the prince, following close behind him. He was wary of the whole thing, this ball. It was made by the king of the humans, or so he had heard. But, nevertheless the idea seemed to intrigue him. Perhaps there was another reason why he was here at this place. Not only to accompany the prince to have a good time, however there may be other dragons here. It was a hope, one that he held onto regardless of how hopeless it may seem. Even if there wasn't going to be any that were present, he still could learn how to behave... in front of the other races. It seemed to be beneficial in that regard, his careful eyes glaring back and forth upon their arrival. He didn't know if Luhan wished to go there hidden or to make his name be known amongst the others. Clan-wise, he didn't know what their relations were to the other kingdoms. Or even the other clans for that matter. Ladon had decided to work for him and his father because he knew that he could keep well-hidden that way. It wasn't very well known, or at least to Ladon's ears, perhaps he could be wrong. As they continued down the long hall that stretched to the grand ballroom, he heard many names be called. He didn't think this many royals and others with notable titles would be here. He hoped that he wouldn't be recognized by the others, for he had many jobs within all the kingdoms. But he looked different now, as he changed his appearance every time he changed positions to deter any suspicions of him not aging. He could pass as an immortal perhaps, although it was something which he hadn't gotten around to. The dragon was trying out many different kingdoms, disappearing into the unknown when he had failed at his work. However, he seemed to be doing well so far guarding the prince, despite his poor swordsmanship. But Ladon was working on improving that.

When Luhan turned to face him to make sure he was still behind him, Ladon gave him a nod. Then as they continued across the ballroom, he did not hear Luhan's name be called. Funny, but maybe they were so lost within the crowd that he was unnoticeable. Instead he heard other names being called, perhaps they were more recognizable he figured. He then followed to where the prince had led to, behind a column. To be hidden perhaps? Either way he didn't mind, standing near him as he crossed his arms and looked at him. He didn't care for the first dance, nor seemed to recognize what was happening exactly but from the corner of his eye he could see others being pulled into the center of the room. Oh so maybe that was why. He could understand if Luhan did not wish to join. He would be here in case if a guard did come back here but they were far from the center so he doubted that was likely. His gaze turned to Luhan as he spoke. A masquerade? It was interesting, and they had a unique culture indeed. Not many werebeasts held balls from what he remembered. But where Luhan came from was more sophisticated, so it made sense. He continued to listen on as he told the story, trying to imagine a young Luhan wearing a suit. Though he thought that the nine rubies dug from the other side of the planet must have been an exaggeration. His eyebrow rose at that. It wouldn't be impossible that his parents would have told him that when they could get the rubies easily from the Qian Caverns, he supposed, but he didn't comment on that. Instead he continued to listen, and his voice trailed off.

"Although?" he questioned, wondering what he could have meant. He wouldn't mind attending at another ball, though he wasn't familiar with masquerades as much. As a dragon he had heard of them, although vaguely. A dance wearing a mask, although he didn't really see the point of it. For fun not to see their identity? It was a wonder.

Outfit

Luhan noticed Ladon 's raised brow, playfully moving his finger to poke at it. "What is that about?" He asked, although he wasn't exactly expecting an answer. "Ah, I was thinking we could use the masquerade masks to hide in plain sight and dance, if we do host a masquerade ball. Although, that would be a big risk to take." He hummed, his gaze soon trailing down to the man's outfit. He seldom saw him wearing anything else than a guard outfit, and he had to admit that Ladon looked his best. "You look very handsome.. The tailors really did a nice job.. This suits you quite well." He gave a small sheepish smile as he caressed the soft fabric of Ladon's top, a soft shade of pink creeping along his cheeks.He then averted his gaze, off to the distance.

Was there food or some kind of alcohol served during this event? He wasn't sure. After a few tiring weeks that passed by, he had a strong desire to relax and distract himself. In fact, he was so preoccupied with adventures for a while, that for a moment he forgot that there was life outside of his kingdom. His eyes then trailed over to the dance floor. There seemed to be a lot of pairings dancing together and having fun. He nibbled on the corner of his lower lip, feeling somewhat guilty for hiding himself and Ladon from plain sight. He paused for a moment before turning to look back at him with a small smile. "Do you like to dance? I mean.." He made a gesture towards the dance floor by giving a small nudge with his head. "I just feel shy.. in front of all those people.. I am not even good at dancing. But..we can if you want to." He curiously tilted his head to the side as he awaited for the man's response, fiddling with his fingertips in a shy manner.