Preparation

The day has come.

Today, Jack Black will be visiting the south for the first time since eternity.

And it was the first time, the northern mafia boss gets welcomed by the south leader: the Knightly Master.

Since the very early moments of the morning, Charlotte woke up. Martha and the other maids prepared her for the big day. It was chilly and Charlotte didn't resist feeling awkward and painful.

Today she has to meet that monster Jack, who was behind her and Carl's tragedy. Plus, she should act like a little cute princess.

Yesterday, Claude talked with both of them, her and Carl, alone. He asked for their sincere feelings and ask them not to push themselves too much. If they feel uncomfortable about meeting Jack. They have the choice not to attend the masquerade ball. But since Flora asked them long before to never leave Claude alone, each one of them declined the generous offer.

Charlotte sighed. She must stand strong. She knows Jack can do nothing to her with Claude by her side. Stil