Chapter 30 A Face In The Garden

• “How much longer do I actually have to stay here?” Luna muttered to herself, staring blankly at her own reflection in the ornate mirror.
• Ellie entered the bedchamber with hesitant steps, a silver comb clutched in her hand. She stood behind Luna, beginning to carefully untangle the thick strands of her hair. “Ma’am, about last night…” she murmured softly, her tone heavy with genuine regret. “Please forgive me.”
• Luna turned her head, offering the young maid a gentle, reassuring smile. “I know you are not like the rest of them,” she said soothingly. “So, please, do not worry about it.”