The avatars came to visit me at my chamber, but I refused to meet them. I could hear Kesar's voice through my bedroom doors talking when they arrived.
"My lady doesn't wish to have an audience with anyone at the moment," she said.
"How is she now? Is she still in pain?" Tusita's voice spoke.
"Her injuries are gone, but I'm afraid something else has broken," Kesar said. "Her pain seems sharper and deeper than any eyes could see."
"I understand," Tepi said with a sigh. "You must tend to all her needs and let us know when she is well at heart and body."
"Yes, I will, my lady."
When they left, Kesar came back into the room.
"Are they gone?" I asked her.
"Yes, my lady."
I waited for her to say something more, but Kesar remained silent.
"Did you hear any word from Amarisa?" I decided t
