"Where have you been Jade?" Cara asked.
Jade had left the cottage immediately after her bath. She had worn a different choice of gown, did some little chores for her mama and came back at sunset. She was hoping her absence wasn't noticed but as it turns out, someone noticed.
Jade was about to enter the servant's quarters when she heard Cara's voice. Jade sighed to herself before whipping around, seeing Cara looking as beautiful as ever.
"I went home, Cara. I was getting sick of the palace." Jade explained as she chose to stare at the surroundings instead of Cara's sharp eyes.
"I came looking for you. Wanted to introduce my mate to you." Cara explained. "You weren't in your room."
Jade nodded, feeling a little bit touched that Cara wanted to introduce her mate to her. She smiled at
