Melinda

“Stella, we've already picked seven dresses,” Three casual wear, two cocktail, and two little black dresses for date nights. Not that I'll be having any of those anytime soon – not with how busy Jai is each night.

“And you need a ballgown. My grandparents throw balls at least four times yearly, so you need at least one for the autumn dance next month.”

It was stupid of me not to realise all I would need when it came to clothes alone. Being mated to a Royal, you have to look perfect at all times. So Stella told me, anyway. Everyone is always looking to the Royals for perfection, they have to stand out, but I can't help thinking it's all too much.

I wasn't born into this life of riches and high society parties. I can dress up like Stella and her female family members, but I will never be like them. I could put on a fancy dress and end up falling on my face!

Could you imagine that happening?

I need some lessons in Royal etiquette, and hopefully, a female member of Jai's family will take