Chapter 39

The next day we spent the majority of the day in Nocturne’s office. Raymond had sent over the details of the festival and gala, so she was working on what all she needed to do. We had also gotten a letter from Rosen about Thornton’s businesses, so we had to pick those as well.

 “I need to speak with Lady Costello.” Nocturne said with a sigh as she put down the documents she had been reading. She was reading about the festival ceremony.

 “To have her make an outfit for you?” I asked as I looked up from the list of Thornton’s businesses I was currently reading. We both had a large stack of papers in our hands.

 “I do not want to wear a dress if I am to be riding horseback during the festival’s parade.” She scowled.

 “Just send her a design and have her make it, or…” I looked at her. “…use your magic.” She sighed.

 “No. I promised to promote her outfits. I need her to make me something herself.” She said, in defeat. I chuckled l