Kaltain’s face warmed, and her head pounded mercilessly. She wished for her pipe, but hours remained of this court session, and it wouldn’t be proper to leave until Georgina departed.
“I heard,” said the queen under her breath, “that there’s a young lady, but no one knows who! Or at least when they hear her name, it’s nothing familiar. Do you know her?”
“No, Your Majesty.” Kaltain fought to keep the frustration from her face.
“What a pity. I had hoped that you of all people would know. You’re such a clever girl, Kaltain.”
“Thank you, Your Majesty. You are too kind.”
“Nonsense. I’m an excellent judge of character; I knew how extraordinary you were the moment you entered the court. Only you are suitable for a man of Perrington’s prowess. What a pity you didn’t meet my Dorian first!”
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