CLOTHES FOR MY DEAR MAIDEN VALERIA She looked at me a bit surprised at first , but then quickly masked it as best she could and went back to her work .


    I guess my scars were enough to stun anyone .


    Clothing hung everywhere , and sewing essories filled the disy case along the back wall .


    I loved sewing and embroidery .


    In my free time , I had practiced a lot and was the one who always mended Dorians clothes Valeria ,e with me to choose His Majestys suits , the housekeeper ordered , and I followed her deeper into the shop .


    We spent quite some time selecting fabrics and pre made outfits , handkerchiefs , essories everything And practically every decision ended up relying on my taste .


    It seemed the King wanted to dress elegantly for the visit to the Silver Lake pack .


    I think this will be enough , I said to the housekeeper , who nodded in agreement .


    Just then , the shops owner , Mrs.


    Betty , entered .


    The new fabrics have arrived ! Everythings ready ! she announced enthusiastically , and for some reason , she looked at me with a strange sparkle in her eyes that sent a bad feeling through me .


    Valeria , while I oversee the packing of His Majestys garments , go with Mrs.


    Betty to get measured and have some dresses made for you , she stated bluntly .


    At least three , Mrs.


    Betty the finest fabrics , full sets , undergarments , nightgowns .


    Spare no expense , and make sure the colors match His Majestys palette .


    She turned to give the shopkeeper instructions , and now I understood why her eyes were sparkling so much she was probably calcting all the gold shed be earning today Wait , maam , 1 dont need such elegant clothing .


    Whats in for ? Valeria , if you have any doubts orints , take them up with His Majesty .


    Im just following orders .


    And just like that , just as rude as her master , she left me mid sentence , while a very excited seamstress practically dragged me upstairs to a private fitting room .


    Undress , dear .


    Lets measure those lovely curves of yours Dont worry , youre in good hands , she reassured me , but I couldnt rx when I had no idea what was going on .


    Still , I had no choice but to undress , remaining only in the thin white slip I wore under my dress .


    She kept talking and talking like a parrot , measuring every inch of me while chattering about trends and asionally asking me to pick something I nodded and answered when required , though in reality , I wasnt as calm as I pretended to be .


    My mind was racing with a thousand thoughts .


    Alina ! Bring me thece sell she suddenly shouted toward the door behind me , and through the full length mirror in front of me , I saw a clumsy blonde girl enter carrying arge box .


    Not these ! I told you this morning to bring out the newest collection ! she scolded after checking the boxs  DEAR KüSIDEN contents on the side table .


    The poor blonde , sweating nervously , rushed back out the door .


    Mrs.


    Betty returned to my side , still rambling about how hard it was to find good , skilled girls for the trade .


    And finally , I couldnt hold back the words lodged in my throat .


    Mrs.


    Betty , are you … hiring staff ? … I have experience in sewing , and Im a hard worker .


    Please , you can put me on trial, I said timidly , and she looked at me , astonished .


    Really ? I thought you were … she stopped herself , and I wasnt quite sure what she had been about to imply .


    I mean , I just didnt think youd be looking for work .


    Of course ! Im always in need of expert hands .


    If youd like , once were done here , I can test your skills .


    Really ? Thank you , Mrs.


    Betty ! Ill do my best ! You wont regret it ! I replied , smiling , unable to believe she had actually agreed .


    This was perfect ! I could rent a small house near the castle and stay close enough to keep an eye on whether Aldric found the cure for my curse .


    P? resist that lustful beasts attacks even if I ended up soaked in my own panties but I would get out from under the Lycan Kings shadow .


    By the way , please … just make me one dress .


    I probably wont even need it .


    But Miss Sasha said- Make every single piece as instructed , came Aldrics cold voice , making me shiver instantly .


    immediately raised my hand to cover my exposed chest and looked through the mirrors reflection .


    The blonde girl had left the door open , and there he was , standing there , brow furrowed , looking just as ever .


    How much had he heard of our conversation ? Judging by a lycans hearing probably everything .