C90 Amassing Gossip

Beth was in dismay, uncertain how she had spoken the words she had only of recent admitted to herself.

Anna shrieked, laying her hand over her mouth to hush herself. She was graciously joyful. "My Lady, that is great news!"

Beth clasped her hands. "You mustn't tell anyone. Do you hear me, Anna? No one must learn of this." She must trust her more than she knew. Still