"Mary!" Ophelia called as she waved to her friend.
"Lady Hastings. What a lovely surprise," Mary said, greeting Ophelia with a hug. "Are you on an outing with your husband?"
"No. My brother has finally arrived, along with Lady Valthorn. I have come to show them around the town. She is not far behind me," Ophelia said, motioning with her hand.
Mary glanced at the group standing in the distance. "I see. There is also Victoria. I am getting the feeling that you need company."
"It is a break that I seek. There are too many questions about my marriage from her. Your appearance gave me the chance to get away," said Ophelia.
"I am glad to be able to save you," Mary replied, shifting her gaze from Giselle to Ophelia. "If you need my help, I can join you on your outing. I was only taking a stroll around the market."
