Chapter 12
Frankie
I wish we could stay inside and make love all year, but the show must go on. On Monday, we hold a press conference to express our dismay at the trespassing photographer. Daniel words our statement cleverly, so we sound properly solicitous of the man’s injury. On Tuesday, Benedict has a ribbon cutting for a new library. I’m photographed reading to the children. On Wednesday, we have more ceremonial duties, and make an appearance at a diplomat’s dinner party. And so it goes.
Benedict and I spend a lot of time being cute together in public. In private, we say very little. Some cuddling. Light conversation. We don’t mention Benedict’s secret again.
On Friday night, I’m in the dressing room with the hair and make-up artist, getting ready for yet another ball.
I hear voic
