Chapter 3

The rest of the day flew by in a blur and before I knew it, night had fallen. It was time for the New Year's Ball, one of the most highly anticipated events for royals and noble alike. I would be attending as Ashton's date which would further confirm the suspicions of everyone present. Most of the direct royal family already knew that we were betrothed, but they weren't allowed to confirm anything to the public. "All done!" the girl who had been styling my hair announced happily. My eyes met my reflection in the mirror and I could see her proud smile behind me. She'd outdone herself. My hair was done in a half up-half down style and spiraled down my back in soft curls that shone brightly under the lights. It had taken more than an hour and I was happy to finally be able to get up. "It's beautiful!" I grinned at her. "Thank you!" She barely got to respond because Alexandre was already leading me into the dressing room. His hands were d