"I am no longer a Ruan," Aideen took offense at Khala's words; Ruan was never her name, and she was happy to finally have one that was, "I am now Aideen Valentine, and I wish to be addressed as such."
Khala released an annoyed scoff, nodding at the snowflake-shaped diamond on the princess's ring finger.
"Ah, yes, Duchess Valentine… It is quite a heavy burden to wear this name, you know. I wonder if someone like you can really do that."
The lady grew confused again.
"Burden? What is that supposed to mean?"
The woman found Aideen's ignorance amusing once again and tried to explain,
