Rowena watched in amusement as Zella's huge eyes absorbed everything around her. the poor girl had been so starved all her life. And not just for food.
There was no guile or pretense about her. she was an open book. This may make it easy for Rowena to get the information she needed. But it could also make it easier for others to take advantage of her. Rowena resolved to protect her.
After enjoying the food and drink, Rowena decided it was time to talk to Zella.
"Tell me about yourself." Rowena said.
"there isn't much to tell" Zella admitted. "I was only three years old when the Head Priest came to my village and convinced my parents to send me to the convent and dedicated me to the service of the Holy Light. Ever since then, I've served the Holy Light."
"Do you remember anything about life before the convent?" She inquired gently.
