Shopping, theatre and desire

Its opening night at the Newington Butts Theater and Sophia is a nervous as a long tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs, as she waits to take the stage. The theater has lost its patron and is in danger of folding. What will happen to dear Sophia if no new patron is found and the theater closes? Will her lecherous lover put her on the streets to work?

Xerces is exploring his new wealth and power in The Royal Exchange. Ever the clothes-horse, he is tripping from one establishment to another, raising hopes and profits in some and dashing down others. 

Queen Shawna has given tentative approval of Joelle and Thomas’ relationship although she is not completely happy about their illicit romance. Thomas has received a missive from overseas which seems to bode ill for the couple and Joelle has been appointed Lady High Steward of England. Will this serve to further the gap between the two lovers?

Princess Heather’s stock has come in and what lovely creatures they are. The Duchess was more than please with the horses Heather secured for her and has even given one as a gift.

Mountford’s suit of the Queen is progressing and he’s been bold enough to take advantage of a moment alone with his latest passion. Will the Queen succumb? Only time will tell.