Rosalie followed behind Esme to the landing of the balcony stairs that led down to the foyer. The double doors were opened and she could hear some carriages being driven into the fore courtyard by horses. On the floor below in the foyer stood Layla and Karena, the two ignoring each other but tolerating the company nonetheless. Rosalie stopped by the railing and rested her hand on it as Esme made her way down the stairs.
On the other side of the room where the other flight of stairs were, she noticed Creed walk around a corner with Dante following behind. He saw her, flashed her a smile, then returned his attention to the entrance where a group of people were walking in. He walked down the stairs and she watched curiously as he welcomed the official and his steward son.
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