Chapter 22. Court Manners

Amber’s POV

I lift an eyebrow at the overly painted woman sitting there in all her entitled righteousness.

“Thank you for the compliment, Lady Gloria, although I find it rather simple in the light of your otherwise known, colorful and well educated vocabulary. Do remind me, if I am mistaken, but your family’s reputation and status were restored AFTER the King started his reign, having all titles taken away because of treason five generations ago? Curious how fate plays its game, don’t you think, my lady?” Gloria’s polite and smiling mask falters, and her eyes harden.

“How dare you, you filthy outsider!” It’s not Gloria, but her even more painted and entitled daughter, who answers me. I turn my gaze upon her, ignoring the feeling of heartache when Chase puts his hand on her in consolation.

“Easy, Gia. I am sure, Queen Amber, didn’t mean anything harmful by it.” He says smoothly, while the girl smirks in my direction while intertwining their fingers. Cha