Sooner than I thought, the day for the tea party came. The weather permits us to stay in the garden, so I can breathe some fresh air while waiting for my guests.
Princess Lyland is the first to arrive. She brings two other girls with her.
«It's customary, in the Empire, to take some friends with you at informal gatherings,» she explains. «This way, I will be able to invite you to the next party I will attend and present you to my friends. Isn't it a nice idea?»
I nod and smile, relieved that this girl isn't thinking about making my life harder. However, Pericle already warned me not to invite too many people, as it would become crowded. As he suggested, I sent seven invites and got positive answers to five.
