Margaret took the order, and within a short time, the southern courtyard was cleaned. Although this courtyard was in good condition, it was located in a forgotten part of the palace, close to the Old Gods' temple.
Usually, when the king officially accepted a mistress, she would be entitled to a courtyard within the palace. This time, Mary followed the custom by arranging one but she deliberately chose the most unfavorable location.
Dorothy was still basking in the king's favor from that morning. A capable nanny and two maids had been sent to her, and she was now living in the former Crown Prince's courtyard, one of the best within the palace. With her identity more or less confirmed, she felt at ease.
She did not expect a maid to report that the lady-in-waiting to the king's mother was there to see her.
