"Only Matthew might have the answer to that," Hugh said, rubbing his chin and thinking hard.

On the big screen, the grand duke continued to say, "Let's all wish the queen a very happy birthday. And now, let's welcome today's other star, Princess Velda!"

The grand duke's voice was full of excitement, and as he finished speaking, a beautiful, calming piano tune began to play.

Everyone's eyes were drawn to the staircase, but instead, two bright spotlights shone into the air.

A grand swing, covered in blossoming branches and giant golden feathers, gently floated down.

On it stood two figures in their finest attire, Theodore and Lucy.

Feathers from swans drifted down from above as Lucy, in a white princess gown and a golden crown, gazed upon the crowd.

The light hit her face, making her shine like a star. The people watching could not help but gasp in awe.

"Wow, is she a fairy? She's so beautiful, I feel a little unworthy in her presence."

"Princess Velda is the most noble and lovely princess in all of Charleston."

so gorgeous? It's like a gift from the heavens to

who loved to compare themselves felt no urge to do so

of wonder and the compliments made Charlotte burn with

woman's coronation ceremony have to be so much more spectacular than hers, which was just

was

Mom

.n

feeling so proud right now,' Charlotte thought.

swing made its graceful descent to the

Like a true knight, he bowed and offered his

she took his hand and stepped down gracefully. Together, they gave a respectful bow to the

scared, even with all eyes on her. She acted just like a princess should with her every word

outside, there was a close-up of Lucy's

it clearly-it was definitely

if it was not Lucy, they

deep down, they

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