The Painted War (2014)
“Bianca peered around the stone angel’s right wing to see him walking down the garden path towards Duchess Catriona in her rose-covered archway. He was leaning on a golden staff and still wearing his bright sunflower-yellow robes. Several of the Oscuritan lords and ladies shied away from him as he passed. He came to Duchess Catriona’s side and bowed deeply. ‘Midday approaches, and I believe our Oscuritan guests would like to retire to their rooms for an hour before lunch is served.’ Bianca saw a... few of the Oscuritans nod, while the rest looked like they desperately wanted to but were still trying to act as if the light and heat of the day wasn’t bothering them. ‘Then let us go in,’ said Duchess Catriona, getting to her feet. ‘We have achieved plenty for our first morning. I have … much to consider.’ The Oscuritans started to gather their fans and parasols and to make a hasty beeline for the doors to the palace. Though she was still in shock, Bianca couldn’t help but smile at the sight of the Luminosan courtiers strolling after them with slow, smug steps.MoreLess
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