She didn't notice the light in the room start to change. The golden morning light grew stronger and then began to fade into the soft glow of the afternoon sun. Servants came to the door, but she sent them away, irritated by the distractions.

"That's enough," Sean said.

She jumped and saw him standing behind her.

"How long have you been here?" she asked.

"Long enough," he said.

"Just let me finish this last design," she said, turning back to study the coat she was drawing.

"No," he said, his ...