The next morning, Ayla was practically dragged from her sheets and tossed into a bath where they had her soak in sweet smelling oils and soaps. Her skin was then scrubbed nearly raw before lotions were applied, making her skin softer than ever.
They decided to start with her hair, which Ayla requested a simple look that didn’t look too over the top. After settling with a loose side braid that fell over her left shoulder, they placed small buds of baby’s breath within the weave.
Thankfully, they took mercy on her and fed her breakfast. The only downside was when the servants insisted on actually feeding her so she didn’t get any food on her face.
She gave in only so she wouldn’t feel guilty if she did happen to make a mess.
Next, she was dressed in an ombre dress of silk charmeuse with
