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Emilia's POV "Two nights from now," Veronica said behind me, "you will have the king's attention." Veronica's voice was full of excitement, a stark contrast to her usually emotionless face. "The king will meet you in person, Emilia. Do you know how great an honor this is?" I didn't speak. Veronica's gaze seemed to accuse me of being ignorant. "I understand, Veronica," I replied finally, sitting by the dressing table, staring at my expressionless face in the mirror. Veronica washed my cheeks with rose-infused water, giving my skin a rosy glow. Two maids brushed my long, thick hair with scented perfume, filling the room with fragrance. Every inch of my exposed skin was covered with a mixture of ground pearls applied by the maids. Soon, my skin shimmered softly under the lamplight. "Yo