Beneath the veil of obedience
Mirabella wished the younger prince would keep his mouth completely focused on eating.
Hearing the mockery, Elvessa's cheeks burned in embarrassment. It was true, though. To gain the king's attention and become his wife and queen, her mother had made her learn every art a noblewoman should master—cooking, music, dance, and more. She was well-versed in everything a woman of an aristocratic family could do.
Elvessa might be embarrassed, but Amarisse, with her years of experience, didn't back down. "Kael, as a lady, one should only use a knife in the kitchen. A woman is someone who is gentle, virtuous, and caring, not playing on the streets and entertaining guests. One's upbringing should be clear from their manners," she said, casting a sidelong glance at Mirabella, clearly implying that her poor background was the reason for her behavior.