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Chapter 19: The Ball It Should Have Been
Izzy was almost feeling like a watered-down version of herself by the time they reached the ballroom, her arm wrapped around Thomas'. She noted several familiar faces and made effort to offer them a smile. It wasn't her normal cheerful smile and she could tell she was getting many confused, concerned glances. She supposed she wouldn't have to work too hard to feign sickness.
Thomas smiled down at her, "I don't suppose you'd save me your first dance?"
Izzy smiled back at him, "I'd be honored, Thomas." She allowed him to lead her toward the dance floor as Kate and Susanna watched with hawk eyes.
"Do you think we will have to stay long?" Kate asked Susanna.
"An hour maybe? Long enough to see the ambassador from Ellisvale so he can confirm we attended if it comes up later," Susanna responded.
"That is a good idea. We will need to make sure he sees Izzy, too," Kate said.
“Do you see him?” Susanna asked, glancing around the ballroom.
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