Maid for Him
She knelt quietly on the cold floor, whispering a prayer.
“Please let Mama find the box… Let Mermaid be right.”
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Miriam ran with resolve through the shaded path until it opened onto Prince Dock. She climbed into Amber’s canoe, ignoring the surprised stares and whispers of passing Uplanders.
With urgency guiding her hands, she paddled fast along the familiar waterway. Soon, their home appeared on the shore. She anchored the canoe to one of the wooden posts, climbed onto land, and dashed up the porch steps.
At the top, she retrieved the key from the carved sculpture of Amber’s father and burst inside. Though Amber hadn’t told her where the money was, Miriam’s instincts led her.
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