[Caroline tutted] "I shall try to talk to him about that then. I can not promise anythign though. In the mean time, you will have to make do, and behave yourself. " her look softened a bit] "But still gwendolen, try to find some enjoyment. These are important years of your life. I am sure you will find your real dream, what really makes you happy."

[a few people nearby heard her exclamation and looked over in surprise. Papa? Surely he was still too young to be the father of a girl her age. But Lord Darien smiled kindly and knelt down]
"A pleasure to meet you, little lady. but I'm sorry, I very much doubt that I am your father. "
She peered closer and looked downcast "Oh... I guess not. I'm sorry. you just look like him."
"Well he is lucky to have an adorable sweet child like you."