vividly – adv. seeming like real life because it is very clear, bright, or detailed
aristocrat – n. a member of the highest social class in some countries; a person who has more money and power than most people in society
assert – v. to state (something) in a strong and definite way
tremble – v. to shake slightly because you are afraid, nervous, excited, etc.
contradictory – adj. involving or having information that disagrees with other information
significant – adj. large enough to be noticed or have an effect
slippers – n. light, soft shoes easily put on and taken off and worn indoors
pick pocket – v. to steal