“What the f**k—?” she began.
“The forerunners of the court have arrived,” Crispin explained hurriedly as he too rushed off toward the main courtyard.
Jade stood stock still in the middle of the courtyard. The center of attention just a moment ago, she was now totally ignored as the Furgatos made ready to welcome the Imperial party. She still had some resentment left inside, and no target to vent it on.
You told them not to give you special treatment. You can’t complain if they run off and leave you. Be a little more careful what you wish for, girl.
She saw Megan waving to her across the yard, and started back toward her employer. “Come on,” Megan said. “The real fun’s about to begin, and I don’t want to miss any of it.”
Megan’s lungs were still not up to rapid movement, so their pace
