The Lovels of Arden Chapter XIV - The Morning After

In which the lingering aftermath of a grand ball at Hale Castle finds its guests embracing listless idleness whilst Clarissa sits apart, beset by a troubled heart and a secret burden that colours her view of those around her. Amidst the social bustle, Mr. Granger’s earnest attentions offer a tentative prospect of kindness and connection, yet Clarissa’s thoughts remain tangled with the complexities of loyalty and unspoken desires.