Marianne, the Crown Prince of Austria and the Prince of London strolls through the streets of Westminster, their richly embroidered garments concealing their identities, as they passes by, they can hear the gossip of the commoners around them. 'I heard the Viscount of Southwark and his family are here!' one person exclaims.
Another one nods and adds, 'They are all highly respected, except for their useless son! Have you seen his step sister? She is very lovely.'
Marianne knows that her reputation as the Viscount's son has preceded him, but she is not surprised by the gossip. Sje knows that rumors spreads like wildfire.
