Lucille

“The royal physician advised…” Lady Buckingham said, turning toward me as she poured bath oils into the filling tub.

“I am aware of what Mr. Davies said. He also said the prince was told. Do you suggest I refuse my husband’s summons?” I never had, nor had my mistress encouraged such behavior in the past.

“No, Your Highness. Perhaps you can remind him.”

Wrapped only in a dressing gown with my long ...