A favorite time of year, The Lockwood family certainly enjoyed their fair share of the festivities and with as many sisters as he had, Henri was certainly eager to play the chaperone for them all so they could enjoy it without so much as a fuss. It gave his mother time to dance with his father and he could keep an eye on them as well.

“Henri! You should dance! Come dance with someone!” His youngest sister bounced along as she scanned the dance for anyone who looked like they needed a partner.

“You!” She held out her brother’s hand to the first lady who stood alone, “Just one.” Henri looked horrified and was already starting his apologies.