Tallulah returned to her room to find Meridian quietly sitting. “Meridian, I know you do not understand many things about our world, but you really need to be more considerate. I do not know Raina that well, but Esmra, despite having her own issues with her, said she would be a benefit to having around for your sake in solving this mysterious curse. She also shared with me the concerning news that I have already addressed with you. I do not want Raina here past the weekend. No exceptions! You just need to remember that you still need to have respect for the house. Okay?”
“I understand, and I am sorry. I just thought we were having fun. I am tired, and I am going to try and get some sleep,” Meridian said as she was closing Tallulah’s door.
Meridian went back to her room, somber, afraid an
