99 Many childhood sweethearts

At lunchtime, I barely manage to walk to the main hall. I mean, it's so far!

After eating, I should just lie down and sleep for a couple of hours. I can't walk around like yesterday, unfortunately. My muscles won't let me.

«What is on my Duchess's mind?» Alexander asks, noticing that I've stared at the plate in silence for the whole time.

«I was thinking about organising a ball, or something like that. It's time to introduce me to your people, my Duke.»

«I agree,» he sighs. «It's about time. However, I'm unhappy with sharing my Duchess with so many people, even if for a single evening.»

«What can I do about that? I can't stay hidden forever, or people will start to wonder if you're keeping your wife prisoner.»

«Mhm, it doesn't sound that bad of an idea,» he smirks.

«I don't disagree,» I reply while rolling my eyes.

«Well, we can organise something next week. Is it enough time to prepare yourself?»