The situation in the Castle of Hearts was in relatively good hands—no, the situation was actually shaky but not one would say it. There were a lot of problems hidden beneath the surface that had begun to take its place in the hearts and minds of everyone residing in it.
When Mary Ann wasn't busy baking and creating pastries for the Queen of Hearts, she was still expected to help other servants also doing their responsibilities. Most of it would occur in the servant's kitchen, but recently, she was being asked to help around in the kitchen meant to serve the King, Queen and their other guests.
And it was for that reason that she heard the news—a maid running into the kitchen.
There was a bewildered look on her face, "The Knight—!"
