[Bonus chapter] When the past comes knocking (1)

"Mother, I am going to fix my hair before Simon arrives. I think it would look better in a ponytail to show off my neck. I want to appear my best tonight," Kate said, twirling around in front of a mirror to check if all that she wore was perfect. 

"That is a far better choice," Katrina spoke, standing behind Kate to make sure she was perfect for tonight. 

Simon had sent a notice that he would love to join them for dinner which prompted the two to plan the perfect dinner. Before the court could start trying to take away her title, Katrina wanted Kate to grab onto Simon's. Her marriage to Simon would be their saving grace. 

Kate was having more progress with Simon than she did with Edgar or any other gentleman. Katrina knew a proposal could not be far away after this dinner.