Morning came with Adeline lying on the floor right where Lucan had left her. The cold had seeped in through her bones, and she sat up, the tears freezing in her eyes. The servants had started their routine. Fixing her room, arranging the bed, and making a bath for her. She turned towards the large base where her dress was hanging on. Underneath the hollow basket was burning incense, and she watched it burn slowly to perfume her dress.
"My lady. The ceremony will start by sunset. Your dress and accessories are ready, but you will need all of the time to be groomed and properly styled."
Adeline swallowed, her eyes thinning. An introduction ceremony, eh? Who did he think he was to force her to his will while refusing to cave into any of her requests?
She nodded at the servant. "Can I ask a quest……
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