TWENTY

The morning soon came after. "My Lord, the Kroemer arrived unannounced." The Kroemer? Nobility? Royalty? I'm glad I was wearing my House Dress. It is worn to receive guests, even if you're unprepared. It's more elegant than a Wrapper. As I was about to make my way to the Lord, Lia approached me. "My Lady, the Kroemer's are from the land where the Count always visits, they're from Qaetunid, have you heard of them, my Lady?" The whispering woman said.

"Yes, I have, but I didn't know what house is reigning over," I replied. Theodore then walked up to me. "Please head to your quarters, you still haven't had the permission to receive guests, Father still hasn't given us his graces." He firmly stated. "Indeed, My Lord. I shall go back to our chamber this instant." I bowed then went to our Solar.

As Lia was walking behind me, she then spoke.