*Frannie*
In the foyer, along with Evangeline, I greet the guests as they arrive in their finery. As for myself, I wear a deep purple gown that I have had made just for the occasion because I want to do the children’s home proud. My stomach is all in knots, but it has very little to do with the fact that so many from the high packs are here. I fear that if Sterling comes, I’ll be unable to look at him and not give away how very much I miss having him in my life.
Devoted sister that Evangeline is, she has informed me that Sterling is doing well in the country. But the information she shares is all superficial. I don’t know how he truly fares. If he has met someone. If he is happy. I want him to be happy above all else.
As people arrive, servants take the toys to the parlor while I direct
