C16 Chapter 16

“What do you mean she’s gone?”

Across the street, two women hauling baskets with crisp gray sheets turned their heads.

Beska frowned at them. It would, no doubt, be wise to keep her troubles to herself. It was just that, since this morning, she had acquired so many troubles. She lowered her voice.

“Gone from the Aerie? How would she manage that? I barely managed that