I never used to linger at the mirror. Lately my own face feels unfamiliar enough that I look twice.

• Mariel...Your Highness, you've grown a little thin.
  CassianA saintess candidate's diagnosis. A first.
• Rival Saintess CandidateWhatever face Your Highness wears, you're still the imperial family. Someone like me wouldn't dare even look up.
  Marchioness BernhardtSave that modesty for the selection ceremony.