Charlotte’s POV
The sound of a knock had me turning my head towards the door.
I hoped it was Lady Addison as I had been waiting all day for her to arrive after we parted at the royal gardens. Of course, I would have thought that she would have come earlier, but I wasn’t surprised she was only coming now since she had other duties to attend to.
I sat patiently in my seat, waiting for another knock on the door. Yes, I was eager, but I didn’t need her to know that, especially if I wanted to be the one in control of carrying out the plan. I don’t think I would enjoy the experience as much if I let her get the upper hand.
When the knock finally came, I quickly shot up out of my seat and made my way to open it.
“Lady Addison,” I said with a smile on my face that grew when I saw Cynthia be
