Danika had just finished taking her bath, getting ready to go to the mines. Her body hurt badly, and she’d give anything not to have to work today.
But then again, she didn’t want to allow herself to dwell on the things she couldn’t change. Sally had taken her clothes out and got them ironed. By the time she was out of the bathroom, Danika’s clothes were ready, and her sandals cleaned. She thanked Sally.
Just then, the door opened and Baski entered. “Time for your morning treatment, young lady.”
“Good morning, Madam Baski,” Sally said. She and Danika bowed their heads in greeting.
Baski, always moved with hurried steps, waved them away and entered deeper into the small room towards the table. She set down all her herbs. “I’m glad you’re done with your bath. Lie on the bed and give me
