As the King's voice rang out, the crowd fell into stunned silence. Those who had heard him clearly repeated his words to those further back, and soon, murmurs of shock rippled through the gathering.
A second princess?
Many of the guests had only prepared gifts for the princess they knew, the one who had been presented at past events. Now, they found themselves scrambling.
What were they to do?
They couldn't afford to appear unprepared, not when this newly introduced princess carried herself with such undeniable presence.
Discreetly, noblemen and royals signaled their attendants, whispering urgent instructions. New gifts had to be arranged, better gifts.
After all, one glance at her attire, the rich fabric, the flawless fit, and the undeniable elegance she exuded made one thing clear, she was the most valued in the castle.
She must be exceptional.