Living a sheltered life, she would never have to hear about being tested to verify paternity. She stepped out onto the balcony and decided to ask around if there was any means to do so.
As the wind blew into her face she finally felt at peace. It had been a hectic couple of days. She rarely had the chance to catch her breath. Since the Duchess was back, etiquette lessons would be starting from tomorrow.
"Damn it!" She muttered to herself.
The Duchess, with her strict standards and an ironclad rulebook on noble conduct, had made it clear that Adeline's education in nobility was a top priority. Adeline groaned, dreading the morning ahead.
This was not the plan! I repeat this was not the plan! She had seen with her own two eyes how scary the Duchess was. She commanded the room. And she would not give anyone a chance to refuse her!
Her words were the law. Adeline cried invisible tears, she was going to get hit, wasn't she?
