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The Ball

Author: Vedha Singh
last update Last Updated: 2021-06-27 19:07:01
Shama prepared for the ball. The carriage was loaded with gifts, and she donned a regal gown. Maids applied light makeup to her face and braided her hair. As she arrived at the ball, the butler extended his hands to help her disembark. She stepped out of the carriage gracefully and walked towards the entrance.

"Her Highness, Princess Shanaya, is entering the royal ball. We all humbly pay our respects and welcome her."

The gatekeepers announced in a loud voice, bowing to her. Shama entered the gate, and all eyes were drawn to her.

The beautiful pearls on her gown glistened, and the diamond set she wore perfectly complemented her outfit. The royal blue color of the gown exuded her royalty and elegance. A sparkling bracelet adorned her wrist, and a blue sapphire ring on her finger shone brightly in the light. Her eyes resembled those of a deer, with sharp corners like a knife. The dark kajal on her eyelids was like an arrow piercing everyone's hearts. Her eyes were deeper than an ocean, d
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