“With everything being said,” my dad cleared his throat and placed an arm out for Autumn take, “I think it’s time we all sit down and talk. We have many things to discuss.” I knew exactly what he was pointing towards. The plan to go back home has sadly been postponed. I sighed, and Cosette was just resting against my shoulder playing with my hair. And that was how we all ended up at Queen Autumn’s palace drinking tea in awkward silence while my father and Autumn made smile talk between themselves. My father and Autumn sat at a different table than Niklaus, Audrey, and me. Cosette was playing with a few toys we had packed with us on the carpet with one of the maids. I was nervous seeing her be close to someone I didn’t know, but she’s still close to me and I mean who would be stupid enough
