A short silence followed Milena’s words. All the girls exchanged looks, unsure of how to react. The first one to be heard was Rachael, who snorted, unable to hold it. The third young duchess laughed, barely holding back.
“What a brilliant answer, Lady de Crescent!” She said.
Rachael’s laugh was so genuine, Milena was bound to believe that was a real compliment. Next to her, Prudence and Clorence were barely holding it in, too, but large smiles were on their faces. All of the other candidates stayed in shocked silence, wondering what reaction they should show to that.
The Queen, as elegant as usual, put down her cup of blood, acting a bit curious, her elegant eyebrow raised. She didn’t look annoyed or amused by Milena’s answer, and as always, it was impossible to know what the Queen w
