One of the servants approached the Great Lady and whispered something to her. The Great Lady then nodded as the servant stepped away and entered the room behind them.
"It is nearing midday now. Let's go inside where it is more comfortable to chat," the Great Lady instructed as she stood up to enter the drawing-room connected to the terrace where they were staying
Their group entered a huge drawing-room.
Seren was awed. 'No wonder she named her dwelling the Crystal Palace.'
She initially thought that the name was taken from the crystal waters of the lake, as from the outside, the hanging gardens and rustic pavilions would have earned it the name of a fairyland or a paradise from the legends. However, the moment she stepped in, she was stunned by the sight of the large crystal chandeliers and ornaments made from what seemed to be diamonds and white gold.
