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2024-11-28 15:00:27By 3:15 p.m., Kate left the DaCosta mansion on her way to Duchess’ high tea at The Peninsula Hotel. Her chauffeur navigated the white Rolls Royce Phantom through the beautiful city with ease.
Kate had finally settled for a peach Thierry Mugler tiered dress that concealed her little baby bump perfectly. She styled her hair in a high ponytail, letting the curled tresses fall around her shoulders.
She complimented the look with gold accessories even down to her purse and matching shoes. Kate wasn’t a huge fan of makeup, but she’d made an effort this time, and she was proud of it.
When they arrived at the hotel, Kate walked into the waiting flashes of photographers, taking her photos and asking her intrusive questions about her marriage to Tony.
A young man hurried out of the hotel and escorted her into the building. He introduced himself as the manager of the hotel and followed her into the elevator.
“Who were those people?&rdq
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