I was so lonely by myself inside the large carriage that I seriously considered asking one of the guards to ride inside with me, even for a little while. But I knew they would decline. It was a strict violation of protocol.
The Queen of Allore was kind enough to offer me ladies-in-waiting upon hearing that I didn't have a single attendant, but I turned her down respectfully. I'd rather be alone than stuck with strangers inside a carriage for ten whole days.
Several guards from Allore traveled with us to bolster my protection. Andre took precautions for my safety. He would've come along with me too, but there were still a lot of things he needed to settle, and he only had a month to do it before the wedding.
It's been three days since we departed from Allore. I missed Andre's company. I'd been so used to seeing him every day. It was a bit saddening.