I blinked in surprise. “You know about my work?”
“Of course,” she said. “We try to keep informed about such things. Your approach to education and placement has been quite innovative.”
I felt a small glow of pride at her words. My foundation for early childhood education had been one of the few things I’d been allowed to manage under my father’s rule, and I’d poured myself into it. Too bad I had to leave it behind. I doubted Vera or Mason would take charge in my absence.
“That’s very kind of you to say,” I replied.
“Actually,” the headmistress continued, “I’ve been meaning to speak with you about the Shelter Project. I was thrilled to hear Prince Isaac has taken it over.” She glanced at Isaac. “It’s been stalled for so long, but with your expertise, Lady Ravenwood, and the
