The following day came with a stomach-turning surprise.
I received word that my mother, Queen Cressida of Persia, was visiting French Court and would be arriving shortly before breakfast.
My ladies and i dressed for the day, with me in a emerald green off-the-shoulder dress with gold encrusted sleeves. Matching gold dangly earrings hung from my ears and complemented the green jewels i had hanging from my neck.
As we stood outside in the cool french breeze and bright blue sky, we noticed a large brown carriage with red patterned curtains approaching the castle.
Catherine and Mary stood alongside me, awaiting my mother. Francis and Charles were still on their trip in germany, so the King couldn't be here himself. I saw bash on the other side of the courtyard with some of his guards, also awaiting my mothers arrival. I couldn't help but lock eyes with him for a brief, joyous second, but then turned away.
My mother would be here, in French Court soon. This meant that my relationship with Bash would be extremely hard to maintain, with my mother lurking around every corner while trying to keep an eye on me and keep me in line.
The carriage came to a halt and one of the guards announced my mother.
"I announce the arrival of Queen Cressida of Persia"
Applause and cheers rang through the crowd that patiently waited for my mother. As soon as she stepped out of the carriage, the applause died down as people began to take in her undeniable beauty.
She had waist length raven hair, which matched mine, and pale white skin. She had the most beautiful hazel eyes that mesmerized most people who looked into them. Her face, much like mine, was covered in freckles, which were described as a "gift from god."
She was dressed in a amethyst coloured dress, which accentuated her waist with the crystals that lined it and had a long matching veil that extended to the floor.
"My darling, Delara. How I've missed you." She mused while engulfing me in a hug and kissing both of my flushed cheeks.
How terribly well was she at putting on an act.
"Im fine mother. I hope you are doing well." I responded with a smile.
"Mother, meet my dear Queen mother in law, Catherine De Medici." I said.
"How lovely to finally meet you in person." Mother smiled.
"It is incredible. Your portrait is so accurate, for I cannot tell the difference! Come and join us inside, we shall get you settled at once." Catherine replied with a sour looking grin on her face.
I still wasn't sure wether to trust her or not, for she hasn't given me any reason not to. Other than when she gave me that warning...
The rest of the night was spent outside, under the luminous night sky, satisfying our hunger with a prolonged feast, with music and dancing.
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