Truth be told, some ladies and lords in attendance did recognize her. Her beauty is well-known to women, after all. And yes, the young ladies knew her chances to be chosen by the prince is high because of it. They’ve envied her. They’ve tried to mock and belittle her. But now, they dare not say anything. They’ve heard the royal family did not disclose the house she’s from. No one dares to reveal it. And those who knew a few things about her wouldn’t risk it either. If it becomes known that she’d been treated badly by other noble young ladies… they didn’t want to think of the consequences. A punishment has already been given to the house of Thistle, though the real cause is uncertain to them. Lady Laura didn’t give them any attention or any sign that she recognized any of them. Still,

