Queen Victoria’s delicate fingers gingerly fastened the second pair of earrings to her ear. Looking up, she saw her silhouette in the vanity mirror. A round, youthful face adorned with pink cheeks; bulging blue eyes akin to crystals, and accented lips.

The vanity’s desk was lightly scattered with her small sketches and notes. Her eyes flicker to you, softening. “Oh, hello, my dear. Today is quite lovely.”