"Do you really have to go?" Esme asked.
"I have been here all day, Esme. Any longer and darkness will fall. I have to get back to the castle, or a certain person might pay us a visit, and that is a threat."
Lady Delphine chuckled as she stood by the door. Her fur coat rested slightly off her shoulder while she smoked her pipe. Her other hand rested on her waist, emphasizing the outline of her hips even through the coat.
She sauntered towards Rose and hugged her, nearly suffocating Rose with her ample bosom. She pulled away and curtsied.
"Your Majesty."
"You don't have to do that," Rose said, feeling a little embarrassed.
"I do," she replied with a smile, lifting her head to meet Rose's eyes. "I am required by law."
Lady Delphine grinned and waved as Rose walked towards the carriage, taking the giant with her. Rose sat in the carriage, poking her head out of the window. She waved as the carriage rode out of the manor.
