Darling! The woman looked more comfortable than before. Ana smiled meekly, as if she was struggling with the reply.
"That… It is my first invitation after my marriage. Would it not be rude, if I leave?" Sophia was surprised by Ana's concerned face.
She was the duchess! Who would dare to find fault in Garrison's wife. They still wanted to live.
"You have a point." The woman walked closer and wrapped her hands around Ana's arm intimately, "then you shall come with me. I have a surprise for you."
The mocking laughter did not escape Ana's eyes. Looking at their entwined hands, she felt disgusted.
As they walked out of the large cabin, a big crowd welcomed them.
They were still standing near the stairs and gossiping.
"Could it be that he had insulted the crown prince's courtesan? What if they blame us for taking Jacob to the physician?" only the royal family takes the third floor. If someone came from there, she must hold authority.