Sarah greeted Penelois and Elexa with her arms wide open and a friendly smile.


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    Ambrosia''s carriage crossed the Empress'' Palace garden. Usually, it was customary to get off in front of the Empress’ Palace gate and enter on foot, or to send a separate carriage with the Empress''s symbol to change into it. But thanks to Ambrosia''s name, Sarah was receiving very special treatment. Sarah looked at Ethan who sat across from her, turning over the papers.


    "Thank you, you didn''t have to take me there."