Twenty-One
The Rival
Autumn 960 MC
The next morning found them all busy, for a messenger had arrived from the Earl of Loranguard himself. He had invited the princess and her entourage to a ball in their honour. Anna was excited and had Sophie combing through her wardrobe, looking for something suitable to wear. Beverly opened the door to reveal clothes strewn about the room.
"You called for me, Highness?" she asked.
The young princess looked up from the floor where she was feeling the fabric of a dress.
"Yes, Beverly, I need some help."
The redhead stepped into the room, closing the door quietly behind her.
"What precisely is it you need help with?" she asked.
"I have to pick a dress. Should I wear the blue one or the green one?"
"I wouldn't know, Highness. It's not something I'v
