[ This is definitely not something his dear king would approve of if he was actually looking. Luckily enough, he's amused by the group of Spanish noblewomen entering the room to see his dear country slip his fingers into that of his friend's. ]

Espagne! I did not think I would see you at this function. [ Hand on the shoulder and he falls into step with the music, resisting the urge to start humming it while they're dancing. ] I hope you do not think the... festivities to be boring. The king had a much greater ball last month, but since the outburst from the peasants last week outside the gates, he has become somewhat timid, I believe.

[ A tilt of the head and a smile. ] I am sure he will return to his normally cheerful self, but perhaps you will say something to him? There is nothing more uplifting than speaking with you for a brief time, you know.