Playing with fire

Flawless.

“You learned to do these hairstyles so fast. Laila, you’re really capable.”

“Miss, I needed to learn everything you need quickly, before we leave.”

“I told you there’s no need to worry too much. I’m sure those tasks can be handed to the Duke’s servants.” Elena noted that she might have to ask Ivar about his estate and his vasals, to get a better grasp of what was waiting for her in the near future. “For you, learning to read and do maths is more important, that way others cannot fool you and you will be able to help me better.”

Since Elena had chosen Laila as her person, the girl was the only one from the manor who’d go to the capital and later to the north with her. She’d sent a letter to Mariela too, offering the maid to continue working for her, but it w