Kate was happy to her father's young officers. The battle fresh on their minds and a ball so soon. She was nervous to be among so many that she saw training as boys and teens. It was the young lieutenant that caught her eye. Jon spoke of him and his bravery. At last, she knew his name. He father introduced her before her friends were released from the ballroom. She merely smiled and gave polite nods. The young officers in new dress uniforms were striking. This was her first to attend in her own home.<br/><br/>She approached The young man facing him, "Good evening. Would you mind escorting me to the ballroom? I am very nervous and my friends await meeting Papa's officers."