Across the ballroom, in handsome Empire attire stood the Crown Prince. Captain Albaric and Victor stood by his side. Lucia quickly hid quickly behind a pillar. Her heart was beating. What were they doing here?!
It was a royal ball. Maybe they were visiting dignitaries. Lucia knew it had been a mistake to come. She took a deep breath in. Early, she had hardly recognised herself. As long as she kept her head down and out of view, they might not spot her. Conversely, overtly hiding would only draw more attention.
Her father wasn't going to allow her to leave. Besides she needed to find out what the King was up to. All she had to do was blend in.
