Chapter 387 - Side Story (Satiana and Jack) (7) (1/2)

(Satiana's POV)

The ball was in full swing, and many has given their birthday greetings to me. One by one, the nobles that were invited came to me and wished me a happy coming of age bearing their gifts. I on the other hand made causal talk with them, especially my vasal that came to greet me.

I had my first dance with Gladiolus and so far, I have not dance after because of the flood of people wanting to wish me a happy birthday and presenting their gifts. I on the other hand have my eyes wandering around the ball room, hoping to see a glimpse of Jack anywhere. But unfortunately, I cannot find him anywhere.

”Happy coming of age grand duchess.” Regaleon said. He greeted me with Alicia and their twins.

”Happy birthday Sati.” Alicia replied. ”These two here are Alphonse and Aerith. Greet your Aunt Sati, it is her birthday today.”

The twins are standing hand in hand in between Regaleon and Alicia.

”Happy birthday Aunt Sati.” The twins spoke on unison.

”Thank you so much for the greetings.” I replied to the imperial couple. ”Oh, look how adorable your children are.”

”Do you have a birthday cake?” The little girl Aerith asked me with twinkling eyes.

”Can we get a huge slice of cake?” Alphonse asked. ”Al loves cake.”

”Yeah, yeah. Me too.” Aerith said with a huge smile.

”You can get a huge serving of cake, as big as you like.” I replied.

”Yey!” The twins replied and ran towards the buffet table.

”Be careful not to bump on other people!” Alicia yelled out. ”I apologize with their behavior. They are a little rowdy sometimes.”

”Oh, no need to apologize. I like kids.” I replied.

”Well, I hope you get one for yourself as well.” Regaleon said from out of nowhere.

His comment made me blush, thinking about making babies made me feel embarrassed.

”Stop teasing the poor child.” Alicia elbowed Regaleon. ”Well, we will go to where the twins are. I am afraid they can finish your big birthday cake by themselves.”

”Thanks.” Alicia said and headed to where the twins are with Regaleon.

I had a breather at last. I felt that all of the guests have now greeted me, and I tried heading upstairs to get a good view of the ballroom to find where Jack is.

'He won't miss my coming of age, right?' I thought to myself while my heart was thumping real fast.

”Your grace.” Someone called me. When I looked around, I saw Duke Matias alone.

The duke and his son had already greeted me earlier, so I believe the duke is to inform me that it is time to give my coming-of-age speech.

”Duke Matias, is it time already?” I asked.

”I believe so your grace.” Duke Matias said.

I was planning on announcing my engagement with Alfred in my coming-of-age speech. I never thought I could not confess to Jack my feelings before the announcement.

”You will be announcing your engagement with my son tonight, correct your grace?” Duke Matias asked.

”Y-Yes duke.” I replied.

”I am happy that we will be an official family because of this.” Duke Matias smiled whole heartedly that I was hesitant to tell him I am having second thoughts. ”It is also for the future of Jennovia your grace. I am sure my son will be a fine partner for you and a good father to your children in the future.”