The silks were so exquisite that it was difficult to choose. In the end, Daphne chose a length of shimmering white, lavishly embroidered with gold and silver thread and embellished with beads. It would be made into a dress for her wedding. She also chose a deep crimson with gold embroidery that suited her very well. Eurydice chose an amber silk that seemed simple but caught the light in a most attractive way. Anthea chose a silvery green at the insistence of all the others.
Then M. de Roye asked if he could have a word with her. She left the others as they chose satin slippers to match their silks, and followed him to a back room. “I would seek your advice, Miss Armstrong, if you do not mind.”
“Of course not.”
“I intended to give Sophia a piece of jewelry, as she desired only a simple g
