Chapter 520

• After a long night’s sleep, I woke up lazily. Putting my chores aside, I stayed in my room thinking about the dance. Whatever Ethan’s purpose was, I needed to be up to the task. After lunch, I enjoyed a long bath, washing my hair thoroughly before styling it into a natural yet elegant hairstyle. I chose to leave it half up, with a few strands covering my ears so that I could blend in better with the other guests.
• The dress fit my body perfectly, and I couldn’t help but admire my profile in the mirror. I wasn’t as young as I used to be, but I was still a stunning woman. It was as if my beauty had only matured over the years.
• As night began to fall, I wondered if I should look for him or if he would send a servant to call me. I sat down and waited. The agreed time passed, and with less than half an hour to go before the ball, I had received no further instructions.