Veiled Intentions

Clarissa, ever adept at reading the room, immediately picked up on Blanche's displeasure toward Rosalind.

She quickly stepped in to smooth things over. "Your Highness, it's truly an honor that you've made time in your busy schedule to visit. I'm overwhelmed. For Rosalind to have caught your attention—it's a blessing for our family."

As she spoke, she gave Rosalind's sleeve a subtle tug. Rosalind l