WINTER
I had no idea what order Valtor had given, but whatever it was, it made the maids treat me so different suddenly. Instead of simply escorting me back to my chambers, they hovered around me offering attentions. Earlier when we had first arrived, I also caught sight of Flora among them, glaring at me with hatred and jealousy. She hadn’t followed me to my bedroom thankfully.
The others however, seemed determined to fuss over me. They offered to prepare my bath, bring me tea, or even give me a massage. I refused all of it. I was tired after running and before long I had drifted into sleep.
I awoke at dusk to a soft knock on the door. One of the maids returned asking to come inside. Uneasy but not wanting to appear rude, I let her in. I told her to help smooth out my bed while I get i
