“ The whole palace was illuminated with bright lights, and the Annual Grand Ball was only beginning. „
Involved Cookies[]
Set Story[]
Another year was coming to a close which could mean only one thing: the Annual Grand Ball at the Hollyberry Palace! The Great Ballroom glistened with exquisite decorations befitting this special occasion: intricate golden chandeliers, gourmet dishes elaborately arranged on shiny silverware, colorful tropical flowers and fruits, and sophisticated sculptures. Tonight's host, Queen Mother 
Hollyberry Cookie greeted the arriving Cookies from her throne, lavishly decorated with fresh berries.
"SOUND THE HORNS...! The King has entered the premises!"
Custard Cookie III appeared at the ballroom doors and proudly trod inside. Tonight, he donned a long attire strongly reminiscent of 
Pure Vanilla Cookie's. The ivory robes brushed the shiny marble cake floor as he walked.
"How do you like my Vanilla Kingdom garment? As a descendant of the Royal Dynasty, it is my duty to uphold this great Vanillian tradition!" "Ha ha ha! You do remind me of my good old friend! Welcome to the Grand Ball, little one!"
Hollyberry Cookie greeted Custard Cookie III with all the honors befitting a king. More and more cookies arrived at the Grand Ballroom, and among them was one dressed in gold. None other than 
Sparkling Cookie came to savor a rare chance to enjoy a party as a guest.
"A glass of juice on the rocks, please."
And he silently sat in solitude at the long bar table, swirling his drink in the glass. Whether it was Sparkling Cookie's impeccable manners, or his gilded clothes, few could take their eyes off him tonight.
Cocoa Cookie looked over the ballroom as she descended the spiral staircase. Tonight, she was wearing an elegant cream crinoline dress.
Another crowd of guests was entering the hall, waving their invitations about: Hollyberry Cookie had ordered to hand invitations to every Cookie of the kingdom. The Cookies were dancing under the golden chandeliers, sharing delicacies, and gossiping together. The orchestra began playing a waltz, and the lively melody played by a masked violinist immediately filled the ballroom.
"Whoah... Such a beautiful piece!"
Many approached Cocoa Cookie, asking for a dance, but she politely declined, mesmerized by the violin's song. For her, all sounds in the ballroom were extinguished, all but one. The lights gleamed with joy, Cocoa Cookie closed her eyes. It felt so warm, just like several cups of delicious cocoa. The fervent melody reached the climax, and a beautiful, powerful feeling like a wave engulfed the space around. Cocoa Cookie looked around and... met the violinist's eyes looking at her through the dancing pairs. He smiled.
At this very moment, Cocoa Cookie felt truly happy to be at the Great Ball, listening to 
Mint Choco Cookie's music. Observing this scene with a golden cup filled to the brim with fine berry juice, Hollyberry Cookie smiled from her throne.
The whole palace was illuminated with bright lights, and the Annual Grand Ball was only beginning.