Chapter 39: Street Commotion

"Let the King and future queen wait? That's treason!" Lady Merit chuckled a bit, showing off her cheerful personality while still acting ladylike. "Don't worry, Lady Melrose, I have assistants to take care of my other clients. Royals should come first. Always." As someone who came from a low background, Lady Merit had always stuck to the unspoken rule in society to always serve first those people in the top of the upper crust. It was why she had gained favors from the wealthiest people that brought her to where she was now.

Vincent followed the two women as they went to a more private room filled with mannequins and dresses of the highest quality. Lord Lewis often wanted Melrose to wear a customized dress, but in such events like where she was attending, Melrose thought customized dress was too special and bothersome. It was just Penelope's birthday which she was forced to attend.