Hazel returned to the palace on the day set for her and thanks to those she trusted, the secret of what happened on the way to her parent's home remained among the small group of people she was close to.
A month later, it started to feel like Hazel had adapted better to the palace. She had been able to send Lynn off with a proper burial, keep her promise of taking care of Lynn's family, and then during that time, watch her sister be married and leave Lockwood.
Hazel continued to meet with Tabitha to better herself as queen and looked for ways to find herself in rooms that queens were not allowed in.
"Is there something on your mind, Your Majesty?" Julia asked as she brushed Hazel's hair. "You've looked lost in thought all morning."
