Chapter 125 – Extra Story IV (End)

A rising tide of sobs startled Lina Riley awake. Opening her eyes, she saw a small figure dash through the doorway and dive straight into her arms, tearfully complaining, "Aunt Lina, Aunt Lucille hit me again!"

She extended her palm to reveal a red mark.

Lina pulled Lydia Everard (the Crown Princess) into her lap, wiping away tears that threatened to fall. "What happened this time?"

At the way Lydia's eyes darted nervously, Lina guessed she hadn't finished her lessons, but chose not to press. Instead, she blew gently on the girl's reddened palm. "All right, all better now."