Anastasia and Miss Magdalene made preparations, and soon, invitations were sent out. Instead of merely inviting the ladies for tea, she decided it would be best to invite them to pray for the soldiers marching north, hoping for their victorious return.
This was not the first time prayers were held during a war, but the conflict had only just begun. The soldiers had not yet arrived in the North, yet no one thought it was a bad idea to host prayers.
Every noble house that received the invitation was pleased.
At Lord William's house, Beatrice and Bridget were delighted to be invited. Lady William also had a smile on her lips.
"Remember to get along well with the princess," she advised.
"Mother, don't worry. We will definitely win the princess's favor and join her court," Beatrice said confidently, forgetting that Anastasia had paid neither her nor her sister much attention when she had visited Rosalind.
