Parties were hardly the only place politics went on in this damp country and Sabana could hardly wait until the next one of those to push her advantage. She was still new within the country and that made her an interesting commodity and gave her the perfect opportunity to promote her agenda - in this case gaining Mercedes Dupont an English title in repayment for her rescue.
She crossed the floor, the bright violet skirts of her dress dancing around her heels, intent on introducing herself to the salonnière and making alliances here within the political elite.
"Madam, you have outdone yourself." Sabana said, gesturing around the room. "This is quite a glittering gathering and I am sure I can credit it all to you."