Royal Affair
“This time, Marta wore the new gown she’d kept to herself so she could surprise Friedrich with it. The sapphire silk bared much of her shoulders, emphasizing the length of her neck. It plunged a bit in the back, but otherwise covered every inch of her body, including sleeves that went all the way to her wrists. She’d indulged herself with the diamond tiara she’d inherited from her grandmother, and a sole, finely cut stone hung from a chain at her neck. And she’d found some expensive perfume that... gave off the scents of a rose garden on a warm day. When they danced, he wouldn’t miss the connection to the scent of her shampoo that he’d commented on so many times.
Official duties kept him busy for the ceremony and the beginning of the ball. So she stayed with Felice and Casey until their husbands escorted them to the dance floor.
Now she took her usual position and watched all the other couples swirling in a waltz.
Of course, an occasion like this served as a hunting ground for one of Friedrich’s less savory relatives, and the man himself appeared with two flutes of champagne.MoreLess
Official duties kept him busy for the ceremony and the beginning of the ball. So she stayed with Felice and Casey until their husbands escorted them to the dance floor.
Now she took her usual position and watched all the other couples swirling in a waltz.
Of course, an occasion like this served as a hunting ground for one of Friedrich’s less savory relatives, and the man himself appeared with two flutes of champagne.MoreLess
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