The Queen grumpily let them prepare her for the day, but it was pretty clear to anyone that she was in a foul mood. She would nitpick at the littlest of things, almost slapping Lily at some point. Lily had immediately realized what was about to happen and had kowtowed, begging the Queen.
"Your Majesty, the Crown Prince is already in the dining room. You don't want to keep him waiting," A lady drew her attention.
She scoffed and turned away from Lily. "Carry on. I dare not be late."
"Yes, my lady."
Lily sighed in relief. This time around, she didn't try to check for the necklaces again and left it to the ladies-in-waiting. Her crime had been not finding the jewelry the Queen preferred on time. Her mind wandered to Edna. The Queen hadn't said anything, and she hoped that would be the last of it.
