Quill in hand, Kylie still trembled slightly. Claryssa put her hand on her Lady's shoulder. "What is it you want to say?"
Kylie put her hand to her face. "That man was poisoned..." 'How do I tell them all I should in a single scroll?'
"You and your mother still have your code, Kylie. I know you don't want to ruin Grassy Vale with careless words. Just speak to her and it will be all right."
"Dearest Mother,
The Grassy Vale has been full of marvels I've not seen before. The forest and the river is beautiful and long!
I spied a carved figurine with grapes I thought to purchase, but my handmaid talked me out of it.
Claryssa managed to find a kindred spirit. He has been most kind to me.
I performed well at the musical evening here; I hope to do even better at others.
I hope you're having a lovely time at Highgarden! I look forward to seeing you and Father soon. ~ Kylie"
'Potentially two murders, an attacker, someone guarding me, a rumor spread we hope to counter, and I'm scared. That ought to do it.'
She watched the raven fly off in the direction of Highgarden, wishing a little that she could grow wings and fly along.
