Chapter 14
The duchess knocked on the door of the king’s office, then let herself in. She sat down casually on the couch, ready to hatch one of the plans of her mind. “Since Rosa is no longer queen, I think we should rearrange our staff. I require a nurse for my son, as Remy is having a hard time looking after him. He isn’t really made for children, just doesn’t seem to have the fathering touch. However, I think that Alice would make a lovely nurse.” “Yes, of course.” he said absentmindedly. “As for Amelia, she and the new queen seem to get along well, she can be her new lady. Help her look more like a queen.” The king said nothing, he kept looking out the window to the sea. The duchess continued, a bit annoyed that he hadn’t been listening. “And I want a lady of my own. Remy has had to help dress me for long enough, I’m afraid that he’ll never see another woman if he has to continue to be my aid. I’ll give him some time away and I’ll take a new lady in waiting.” “Whatever you think is righ...
