The flower garden and the library had quickly become her two favorite places in the entire manor. She cherished her daily visits to the library, drawn in by the solace and privacy it offered her. The garden, on the other hand, captivated her in an entirely different way. It was simply stunning, a burst of color and fragrance that seemed to exist in defiance of the uncertainty that surrounded her life in Lamora.
Each morning, she made her way to the training yard to watch Casilo and Kostia spar. It had been a sort of routine and today was no exception. As she exited through the front entrance and headed in their direction, she paused at the unexpected sight before her.
