Astoria nodded her head, waved her hand in my direction, and ran off back into the house. Probably to annoy Daphne as she was just allowed to do. A slight shudder went through my spine at the thought of an unchained Astoria. Lady Greengrass released a heavy sigh before turning on me. "That girl," she muttered affectionately. "Now, come along. I must sneak you away till the ball starts. I do hope you understand."