“The Gods once again piss on me, “Auscha says out loud upset once again she was forced to babysit the princess.

“Ausha, you must not think such thoughts out loud.”

“Why should I hold tongue only to appease a mad woman!?”

“Daiya as mad as she is it is still our duty and command to serve her.”

“I heard name fall from tongue.”

“Princess, my apologies Ausha and I———-.”

“Leave us.” Since expressing her disgust for her Daiya found herself intrigued by Ausha. Even before so, she held eyes upon her but keep such thoughts idle as she was no fool to knowing how much Auscha despised her.

“You should smile more.”

“Smile, I have nothing to smile for?”

“You walk and breathe is always probable cause to smile.”

“Words of wisdom coming from a mad woman.”

“Mad woman I thought we moved pass that.”

“A few seconds shared you mistake for friendship.”

“I do not I’m fully aware where we stand I was hoping you would accompanying me on a journey.” Daiya was known to roam outside the confines of Castle Eirenne given the state of cities Queen Maia ordered extra protection for both her daughters at all times. Daiya adhering to her mothers command saw an opportunity to mend the rift between her and Auscha. She wondered why the rift bothered her so but focused mainly on how to repair it. Deep down she knew she was a far cry from the monster she was perceived to be. Auscha although she questioned Daiyas intent found herself welcoming her advances but did not care to acknowledge them so. It surprised her when she accepted Daiyas invitation however she remained guarded.

“Tina my help was not needed your garden is worthy of much praise.”

“You speak so highly of me it is still not to my satisfaction nor liking.”

“It is to perfection healthy, thriving, and growing.” Bette many months ago wrote to her telling her of Tinas garden. Starting the garden was Bettes idea she knew it would be a great distraction helping to ease Tinas mind from other matters.

“I have you to thank for that, “she says smiling.

“Me! You spoil me with such praises.”

“As they are deserving so.” Kit, enjoyed spending time with Tina as was willing to do anything she could to help keep her mind free of unwelcoming thoughts about Bette.