Lucille
I'd been elated when Lady Buckingham informed me that Prince Roman would accompany me to Annabella. Of course, I couldn't act as if I were excited. Yet in my mind, I imagined showing him around the castle. In all our years of marriage, I'd never been the one to inform Roman of anything. This new paradigm was enticing.
That delight waned when Lady Buckingham entered the back seat, sitting at my side.
“The prince?" I asked.
“He's riding with Lord Martin and Lord Taylor, Your Highness."
I feigned a smile. “Then we shall have a relaxing ride."
She lowered her voice, looking straight ahead. “Then perhaps I should not tell you of another search?"
Following her cue, I remained poised with my voice a bit over a whisper. “Another, of Annabella?"
Lady Buckingham nodded.
“The ro
