Excerpt of Blinded By Grace by Becky Lower

She glanced up at Halwyn, an idea suddenly forming in her mind.

“Since we are old family friends, may I impose upon you for a favor?”

“Yes, of course, Grace. What is it that you need?”

“I need a gentleman to break the ice for me tonight, and ask me for a dance. Would you be so kind as to partner with me?” “Well, certainly. In fact, I hear the orchestra starting up the next waltz right now. If you aren’t already obligated for this dance, shall we go inside and join the others on the dance floor?”

“My dance card is, unfortunately, void of any participants at this point. Thank you, Halwyn. I’d love to dance with you.” She smiled up at him and placed her hand on his arm as he led her from the balcony to the dance floor. The hem of her skirt whispered along the floor as she walked with him. He positioned one hand on her waist, holding the other aloft. As if they’d been dancing together for years, they fell into the steps of the waltz seamlessly.