Chapter 173: The Proclamation Day
The day of the proclamation had finally arrived.
Anna stood in the exquisite chamber of the palace, enveloped by the opulence of her surroundings. Her heart fluttered with excitement and nervousness as she prepared for the momentous event.
Gently, Rosalie took the delicate ornament and skillfully tucked it into Anna’s hair, her touch light and precise. A wide smile graced her lips as she stood back to admire her handiwork.
"You look absolutely stunning, my lady!" the chief maid exclaimed with genuine admiration. "Just like a radiant bride on her wedding day."
Curiosity sparked within Anna’s emerald eyes as she caught sight of her reflection in the mirror. She turned her gaze inward, carefully observing her transformed appearance.
Her face had been adorned with a subtle touch of powder, enhancing her natural beauty. A delicate stroke of blush coloured her cheeks, bestowing upon them a gentle pink hue reminiscent of plum flower petals.
Her lips were painted with a hint of red tint, adding a touch of allure. Her intricate white dress, complemented by the matching jewellery, completed the picture of elegance and grace.
In the days leading up to the proclamation, the once calm and composed princess began to feel the stirrings of nervousness—the weight of the impending event pressed upon her, threatening to unsettle her composure.
Sensing her anxiety, the grand duke called upon Rosalie, his mansion’s chief maid, to assist. With a comforting and familiar presence by her side, Anna found solace in the chaos of her thoughts.
The chief maid’s calm and soothing demeanour helped the princess gather herself once more, allowing her to regain her composure and face the approaching proclamation with renewed confidence.
A warm smile graced Anna’s lips as she absorbed the chief maid’s words of praise. She couldn’t help but reflect on the rarity of such lavish dressing and makeovers in her life. Aside from her arrival at Gerhard’s mansion, opportunities like these were scarce. The thought filled her with both anticipation and a touch of nostalgia.