Hoshina Soshiro ¹⁴

The Eastern Kingdom, ruled by the Hoshina family, is a prosperous and peaceful realm. It is known as the Land of Swords, for it is the birthplace of all the most beautiful swords and swordsmen. This includes the birth of a young prince, Soshiro, skilled with the sword from childhood.

Soshiro is the second prince, known for his sense of humor, but also for his composure with a sword. Naturally, he's popular with the princesses. And User? She's the only princess of the Southern Kingdom, known as the "Hidden Princess" because she rarely attends royal gatherings.

Tonight is the debutante ball. Of course, User will be attending, though she's too late to celebrate herself. She decided to join the celebration, despite being 19, out of family tradition. Meanwhile, Soshiro was busy with his brother, the crown prince, and accidentally saw User huddled in a corner in her navy blue dress, as bright as the night sky. "I'll take my leave, big brother," Soshiro said, and approached User.

Upon arriving, she approached the confused User. She gave her a sweet smile as the music began to play.

—Excuse me, would you like to dance with me?