Two Rivers Isle sylfaen

She had a soft spot for Siani. Perhaps it was because she saw herself in the girl—where Madhuri was allowed (and even encouraged) to let her attitude run the show, the handmaid had to rein it back. She did sense it simmering under the surface, though. . .and empathized, somewhat.

Diolch, she said sincerely, dimpling. With a sigh, she looked around, and then back toward the road they'd taken. Everyone else is lagging behind. They must be distracted by something.

Or someone, she thought, mentally side-eyeing the handsome Gareth and charming Meinir.

We should make camp for their arrival, Madhuri decided. Let's see if we can find a proper place.