THE next day, I woke up late since I was tired from the party last night. Aside from my feet hurting because of dancing too much, my heart feels so heavy as well.
After my engagement to the prince was announced, a lot of people came to congratulate him and wish me the best. Prince Andrew accepted them joyfully, while all I could do was nod and smile.
I have not talked much to the prince either. I agreed to dance with him whenever he asked because I found that it’s easier to stay quiet when dancing rather than when we’re just sitting in our chairs around the table.
I excused myself once a significant amount of guests had gone home, and made the excuse that I was really tired because of what we did today. Thankfully, the prince let me leave.
I walked with him and Maria to my room. I clos
