World of Vanessa — The Cape, Page 26
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An older auctioneer stands at a wooden podium beside a mannequin displaying an ornate crimson robe with ermine trim and gold embroidery. Auctioneer: “Up next we have this beautiful and historic robe. Commissioned for Empress Eugénie in 1867, during the era of the Paris Exposition. Made from crimson velvet, lined with ermine, and embroidered with golden imperial bees. It vanished during the collapse of Napoleon III’s government in 1870, but has resurfaced here.” Caption: “One Hour Later.”
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An older, mustached auctioneer in a dark suit gestures toward a long crimson robe with ermine trim and gold embroidery displayed on a mannequin before red curtains.
About this chapter
Vanessa shows up at auction and decides she must have a historic cape. Unfortunately Nessie feels the exact same way.
