"But the Queen must know her courtiers recognize her."

The young woman playing Perseverance starts to reply, but Don Benedicto speaks sharply. "Perhaps, perhaps not. In any case, Doña Ana, you will do as you are told. Resume your position."

Embarrassed, you turn back to the tower. "It's all right," Perseverance says, low. "We've all said something like that from time to time. It is a somewhat ridiculous game we all play. Best not to say that out loud, though." She smiles. "I ought to have introduced myself before. Gabriela de Mendosa, at your service."

Don Benedicto curtly orders the rehearsal to resume, and it does.

You return to your room with time to change before the evening meal. You look at your wardrobe, and consider the choices before you.

You have been assigned a part that has you standing passively while others in the Court draw attention to themselves.