In Empress Borough, inside the opulent villa of Earl Hall.
The cold air was kept out by the windows and walls. The building's interior was warm as though it were spring, and the fireplace was elegant.
Audrey Hall was having her measurements taken by the fashion designer, Mrs. Guinea, so that she could create a costume for Audrey for the new year banquet in consideration of her recent physical and emotional state.
At this moment, her personal maid, Annie, came close to her ear and whispered, "Lady Escalante is here."
Such a fast response? Audrey was delighted, but she didn't make an obvious show of it on her face. With a faint smile, she said, "Please get her to wait in my art studio. Hmm, for five minutes."
"Art studio?" Annie asked in surprise.
