The following day, an air of celebration filled the palace. Even though they were only engaged, she was treated like she was married to Ernest already.
Above all was Matthias, her brother-in-law,
'It would be nice if you got pregnant before you get married.' He said. The anger and resentment that sprang up within her at that moment, Amber would never forget.
How did it all get so complicated?
Even though she was bothered by it all and she had mixed feelings, the past two weeks had been more peaceful than she had ever imagined.
Although she had to study and be trained for her new position and had also helped Ernest with a few public affairs, she had time to do her lacework as well. Like today, she was working on her lace, while helping the young Princess with her embroidery.
Back home, she had spent every day in one argument or the other with Leticia. It all now felt like a dream, almost enough to forget the sin she had committed.
'...so next put the needle through here.'
Rosemary sewed into the handkerchief mounted on the embroidery square carefully.
Amber returned to her seat to continue with her work. When she reached for her lace, she let out a long sigh; her hand got a squeeze by a delicate hand,
'Sister in law, are you alright?' Rosemary
These past two weeks, Rosemary had insistently regarded Amber as her sister in law. Amber had somehow become used to it.
'Yes, I'm fine…just tired.'
The reason was Ernest.
Ernest came to her every night. Ernest, who had a high physical strength because he trained as a knight, was fine in the morning. But delicate Amber was sleepy during the day because of this. But
Amber could not tell adorable Rosemary the true reason of her tiredness. Amber' shoulders drooped and Rosemary shook her head,
'It's alright; I know my brother had been pestering you.'
The innocent Princess was unexpectedly astute. She seemed to have noticed Amber' inner conflict for she added,
'But please Amber, don't leave my brother.'
'Rosemary…'
'Ernest has never been in a relationship with anyone until you.'
What expression should she have on her face in light of this comment by Rosemary?