The calm breeze of a beautiful evening had Masher on the verge of dozing off to sleep whilst she had no idea of the rumors which had now reached the capital. Chao and Chonglin came racing to the gardens with the information for the Queen. They bowed first and then started to speak at the same time, they were so excited and Masher was confused.
"One at a time, what is it Chonglin?" she asked.
"Your Majesty, Queen Yae Lin of Tong'an is here. She spoke to the people of Luo this afternoon"
Masher was stunned and she quickly hoped to her feet, her hands were trembling.
"What did she say?"
"It's rather vague Your Majesty, but our spies are waiting for you in the parlor for more information" Chao added. Masher held her dress and started walking fast towards the parlor while her ten bodyguards followed behind.
