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Eden sighed contently, leaning back in her chair and closing her eyes. She'd finally finished all that was on Amity's list, and the requested gown from the woman that came by earlier. She was too tired to go outside in the snow, now, and it was almost nightfall, anyway. Amity should be back soon, she thought sleepily to herself.Â
Before she knew it, Eden had fallen asleep, her face resting on the fabrics that lined the table in front of her. And then, suddenly, she was jerked awake by a knock on the door.Â
Is it Amity? she thought, rubbing the sleep out of her eyes as she stood. But once glance at the clock told her that her mentor was due in at least a few hours. Who could it be?
Eden opened the door, still half-asleep. It was... Queen Susan?
âYour Highness?â she questioned in surprise, stifling a yawn as she did so. âWhat brings you here, this evening? You should not be out this late, look at the snow! It could be dangerous. Come inside, you must be freezing.â Eden held the door wide open, gesturing for the other to enter the threshold.












