"I'm going to violently empty my stomach," Bettoni groaned, rushing toward the washbasin.She gripped the porcelain edges tightly with both of her shaking hands, her body heaving violently, as she retched painfully into the basin, emptying her small breakfast of dry toast and water. Sela rushed across the bedroom carpet. The young ginger maid gathered Bettoni's long dark hair and held it securely away from her sweaty face."Breathe deeply, Commandress," Sela soothed, rubbing Bettoni's back with gentle circular motions. "You're pale."Bettoni washed her mouth with cold water and spat it out. She leaned heavily against the wall, breathing worryingly fast. She felt terrible. She felt exhausted all week long, her lower back ached constantly, and her breasts felt heavy and very tender to the slightest touch. Just yesterday, the simple smell of roasted venison from the royal kitchens made her dizzy."Lady Reya definitely poisoned my morning tea," Bettoni whispered weakly as she splashed col
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