Calista rolled over on the bed after changing her clothes. She took the initiative to help the children, especially Lily, to get dressed.
"I didn't think it would be this hard," she mumbled, shutting her eyes. With all the walks she had to roam around town, her legs felt sore.
Living in a mansion with dozens of maids taking care of her every day, Calista didn't mind the small room, little bed, and the oil lamp to light up the place. She felt at peace, not having to worry about her responsibilities as a lady.
After staying away from home for a few days, Calista considered running away for good. She thought that living a simple life somewhere else would be better. She never had a chance to live away from the eyes of people in the capital, but in the Crown Duchy, she could just be anyone she wanted to be.
