CHAPTER 15 Smitten

As Frederick danced with Camilla, his mind wandered to Andrea, who was now dancing with the tall, handsome man whose features he couldn't quite make out from across the room. He felt a pang of jealousy as he watched the man twirl her around and pull her close, their bodies almost touching. Despite the elegant movements of the dance, Frederick's steps felt heavy and uncoordinated. His eyes remained fixed on Andrea, unable to tear himself away from the sight of her in the arms of another man. He felt a surge of possessiveness, a deep-rooted desire to reclaim her as his own. As the dance continued, Frederick's jealousy grew, fueling a storm of emotions within him. He could see the smile on Andrea's face, the way her eyes sparkled with joy in the arms of her dance partner. It was a sight that both captivated and tormented him, filling him with a sense of longing and regret. As the music came to an end, Frederick felt a sense of relief wash over him. He watched as Andrea and her dance pa