"It is an honor to meet you, Lady Glowen," Julian said. "Lyvana told me so much about this evening. I brought a few friends along. I hope you don't mind."
"Mind? Young man, you've turned this into the event of the season. I am... I am speechless."
Hestia Vane was a beautiful woman with pale blonde hair and blue eyes. She gave her a kind smile.
"This is my daughter, Princess Sophia," the duchess said.
Princess Sophia offered a graceful, regal nod. "It's a pleasure, Lady Glowen."
"The pleasure is entirely mine," Lady Glowen said. "You honor my home. Come in."
As Lady Glowen led the royal guests toward the terrace, the ballroom felt like it had been struck by a bolt of lightning. The hierarchy of the entire room shifted in an instant.
Everyone wanted to speak to the Grand Duchess and the princess, but few dared to actually approach.
The evening had suddenly become more interesting.
Emily pulled Ethan away, leaving Lyvana standing alone with Julian.
