Two Confessions

Peter had made sense. To take Levina whilst on my quest to see the Queen. But did it matter? Wouldn't Levina be stopped by the guards?

The Queen's guards were notorious for their vigilance. Diana had mentioned that to me, during one of the times she had regaled me with stories about the palace and its features. So, Levina might not even get through the gate, let alone into the Queen's chambers. The Queen would have informed the guards that she had sent for only me.

I huffed.

But what did the Queen want with me, anyway? My mind raced with questions and doubts.

She had talked about plans. What plans could I be of use to, in this unrefined state of mine? Or was she just making small talk?

I stood up from my seat down suddenly, to the surprise of Laura and Peter, and started to pace the living room, wringing my hands at intervals.