Seraphina's PerspectiveA few days later…“Luna, we are here to change your bandages,” one of the maids said gently, bowing down as she entered the room with another maid beside her. I simply nodded, not having the energy to say a word. I was sitting on the bed, my back resting against the cold wooden bedpost, a thin blanket covering my lower body. My shirt was loose and damp with sweat, sticking to my skin uncomfortably. I knew this part of the day would come—again—and I braced myself for the pain. The maids moved quietly, placing a small tray of clean bandages, herbs, and warm water on the table nearby. They always came in pairs. One would help hold me still while the other cleaned the wounds. One of them stepped closer and carefully reached for the hem of my shirt. “May I, Luna?” she asked softly, her eyes not meeting mine. I nodded again, biting the inside of my cheek as I lifted my arms slowly, flinching slightly. My muscles were stiff, sore, and weak. The moment her hands touch
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