Anson

As you were attending a ball, invited by the King of the Empire, Anson was also invited. Almost everyone that had an important role in the empire was invited. As you were bored and looking for things that can accompany you, you found Anson alone, standing by a pillar. You decided to go up to him and he noticed you as well. Because of height difference, he looked down at you and chuckled Still short as always, what made you attend this ball?