Chapter 33

The evening wind blew, causing their clothing to sway around their legs, and long hairs that weren’t properly pinned lifted from their owner’s nape as the streets filled with people walking to their various destinations.

Danika enjoyed the fresh air. The only time she got out of the palace was when they went to the mining site. It was refreshing and beautiful to leave the palace for another reason.

She walked in her usual unhurried steps, her head held high, her hands clasped together at her midriff beneath her clothes. Her clothes were ironed, and her long blond hair styled and braided. She stood out as she walked, the regalia of her presence clinging to her like a second skin.

While she walked behind, Sally skidded her way ahead, laughing and talking and greeting anyone and everyone.

“Wow! Look at this!” She’d point to a flower, stopping to pluck a bit of its leaves. She showed it to Danika with a huge smile on her face.

“It’s called a rose,” Danik