Today the noble ladies are set to visit the capital. They are to see the most prosperous city in the empire and to observe the trade and the cultural exchange in the area.
But though it is what was written in the decree, most noble ladies are more excited to visit the luxury shops lined up in the area.
Mary sighed as she tried not to fidget in her ill-fitting clothes or to feel even more insecure over the dresses that adorned those in competition.
She kept reminding herself that she never stood a chance anyway. If it wasn't for the fact that there are no other young ladies of the Kane's house who can fill up the spot, then the duke's house would never even have considered sending her.
When the carriage stopped and Cinderella boarded out of the carriage, she remained seated for a little while longer.
She feels like she had always felt like. Like a fish out of water. That someone who doesn't fit in no matter what.
