Lidsville is an island miles away from Moomin village. And we would have to pass through three towns before we could arrive at the ship that would bring us to the island. As we got farther from Woodland, the road was rough, making us hold on to the windows to avoid bumping into the wall. The seats were comfortable, but they still could not stop the carriage from moving. Only Alexander and I decided to go, except for the charioteer who would bring us to the coast. He didn't just stop the servants from coming with us; he gave them golden coins to keep their mouths shut; the King would be very angry once he knew that he was with me. The King wanted me to travel alone, but why? Does he still hate me for loving his son? And does he just want to show his kindness to everyone around him for his

