“Is that reason for visiting Lara and Auscha?”

“Yes, to render apology in person, “she smiles before coughing again. Wrapping her arm around her she tries to hold her steady as she coughed up more blood. This time when she held cloth to her mouth, her other arm accidently brushed against her head knocking the unsuspecting wig she wore to the ground. Her long grey thick hair was no more seeing her mothers bald head her eyes begin to fill with tears as it confirmed death was near.

“No one knows hidden secret I expect to keep get so.”

“Dana, when she awakens you do not wish to see her informed?”

“I’m sure she will be thrilled with news of my impending demise once she awakens I do not wish to inflict further pain.”

“What now?”

“You can begin with assisting your foolish mother to bed.” Helping her to her feet Daiya allows her mother to lean against for her support as she walked with her down the hall. Once they reached the bed she carefully helped her lay down. Grabbing the sheets and comforter from the floor she covers her.

“Gratitude, “she says smiling faintly at her.

“I should remain at your side.”

“Auscha would not agree, ”Her response caused her to smile, “Go and tend to your woman.” No further words were needed in her own way her mother asked for both her daughters forgiveness. For Daiya, her mother the woman who made it difficult to love and to be loved was dying despite all that she had done her heart had forgiven her, Dana on the other hand forgiveness would come with time. Smiling at down at her she stood to her feet an abrupt pounding noise at the door startled her.

“Your majesty an urgent message has arrived seeking immediate attention.” Knowing her mother was in no condition to be seen she answers the door for her.

“Your highness apologies, a messenger has arrived with urgent message for your majesty.” Taking the message from the guard she closes the door then walks it over to her mother to read. Opening the letter an assuring smile appeared across her face.

“Mother?”

“There has been a grave shift in the winds.”