Chapter:- 13

"Ammy! I'm so glad you came. Adom hasn't stopped talking about you since the party."

Jane stepped in close to her and kissed both of her cheeks before stepping back and raising an eyebrow, her lips quirked into a teasing grin.

"Are these flowers for me? Thank you, Ammy. They are lovely!"

Ammy blushed and handed the bouquet to her, feeling like a child with her handpicked flowers. Ammy didn't seem to mind, bringing the flowers up to her nose and inhaling deeply. A loud bang sounded behind them and echoed across the courtyard, making Ammy jump and turn swiftly. Jane laid a steady hand on her arm, laughing as Adom stumbled from the stable, brushing straw and dirt from his clothing. Ammy relaxed under her hand and smirked at Adom when he recognized her and came running, almost tripping over a sleeping cat. She apologized loudly to the dozing feline then turned to hug Ammy, rubbing their cheeks together, scenting her.

The cloying smell of cypress and lavender enfolded Ammy and she felt a p