Page 107 of Christmas at the Castle
“Thanks, but I can do it myself.”
A teardrop-shaped pearl hung from posts encrusted with crystals. At least Kat assumed they weren’t real diamonds, but she had no idea. She secured the first earring and then the second.
“May I look now?” she asked.
“You’re missing one item.”
Liv held a silver tiara covered in small crystals.
Kat inhaled sharply. The elaborate design reminded her of filigree, only this was a much larger design. “It’s stunning.”
Liv placed the tiara on Kat’s head and then secured it with hairpins. “That shouldn’t fall out.”
She wrung her hands. “Can I look now?”
“Yes.” Liv removed the sheet covering the full-length mirror.
Kat turned. Her mouth gaped. She didn’t recognize the reflection staring back at her.
“That’s me?” She blinked. The image hadn’t changed. She squinted to see better. “I look so…different.”
Liv smiled. “You look the same. Only the accessories and dress are fancier than you’re used to.”
Kat gently touched the tiara. “But I almost look like a princess.”
“Not almost, you do.” Pride filled Liv’s voice. “You’re stunning.”
Kat couldn’t believe the transformation. One thought ran through her mind. What would Gill think?
She wanted him to like how she looked. Who was she kidding? She wanted him to fall at her feet with a combination of adoration and desire.
Grinning, she turned side to side. The gown’s hem swooshed one way and then the other. She might not have any place to wear a dress like this, but she could do so in the privacy of her apartment.
And would.
She giggled at the thought. “What’s next?”
“Photos here at the castle, and then you’ll put on the long, red velvet cape with a hood and elbow-length gloves for the ride to the church. You’ll wear those home again to keep warm.”
“Talia thought of everything.” The wedding planner was waiting downstairs for them.
“This wasn’t her idea, Miss Kat,” Liv said. “Princess Sophie took care of the bridesmaid details herself. She wanted today to be as special for you and Lady Heloise as it will be for her.”
Leave it to Sophie.
“She succeeded.” And then some.
Liv carried the outerwear. So festive, yet regal.
Excitement shot through Kat. She hoped Gill was having as good a day as she was. “This is going to be the best royal wedding ever.”
