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episode 1 diamond of the first water
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It has been said that, "Of all bitches dead or alive, a scribbling woman is the most canine."
If that should be true, then this author would like to show you her teeth.
My name is Lady Whistledown.
You do not know me, and rest assured, you never shall.
But be forewarned, dear reader, I certainly know you.
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"You absolutely sparkled, Sister" Hyacinth says proudly, Daphne stands in the centre of her room as the maids help her change her dress.
Daphne smiled and shrugged "Come, now. I merely simpered and minced in a pretty dress like everyone else"
"Not exactly like everyone else" Francesca chimes
"Oh, I shall need to go and visit with Penelope. Her presentation was anything but" she paused mulling over her words "What was it the queen called you again?"
"Flawless... or some such thing"
"She is positively correct Daphne, and Eloise you shouldn't say such things about your friend, Penelope was beautiful as you will be when you debut" Eloise grumbled and rolled her eyes at the idea of standing before the queen being judged.
I must admit, as the first to be the 'sacrificial lamb' I could barely hold the contents of my stomach. Luckily, my mama was nowhere near as demanding as some and accepted my decision not to be wed in my first season, or my second, or my third.
"Trust I was astonished. Her Majesty offered me, out of 200 young ladies present, a most gracious remark"
"Yes, it was quite a distinction. And now 200 young ladies have a common adversary." Eloise retorts and with feigned joy follows with "I wish you luck, Sister"
I find both myself and Francesca scolding her, more so me "Eloise!"
She merely shrugged at our simultaneous telling off "What? It is true"
Daphne sighed stepping towards Eloise who was currently slumped in an armchair "My success on the marriage mart influences all of your prospects. We will all need to find love one day. Indeed, a love as pure as what Mama and Papa once shared, if we are so fortunate. I merely hope I am able to continue such a grand tradition"
