To her shock, she had actually received a wink from one of the gentlemen. How was she to react to that, or anything else for that matter? It hadn't even registered with her that there was a hint of a blush on her face. Perhaps it was from the flusterment, or perhaps it was from the fact that he was quite handsome. Both options would certainly win her no points with father, she would be certain if she actually realized how she was reacting.

Instead she turned her attention to Miss Whitledge. No flusterment to distract her there. And it was also much easier to ignore the disgrace that was in this so called dream with them. "I suppose it couldn't hurt to meet whoever this 'she' is. Perhaps she has some answers to our many questions." She stated.

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