Jerin kept their head down as they explained how they'd ended up in the Crown Prince's bedchamber.

"We spoke of the positions of the stars, and of the countries I've seen," Jerin said. They could feel steel at their neck and shivered.

"We spoke of flora and fauna and food..."

They continued until there was a sudden pause. The sword was withdrawn from their neck and they were hauled to their feet.

The Queen looked at Jerin for a long moment, a curious look on her face.

"Will you tell these things to Us as well?"

Jerin smiled. "Of course."

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