Defender of Hearts by Tanya Bird

Author:Tanya Bird [Bird, Tanya]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Tanya Bird

Chapter 23

While the carcass was being skinned and butchered, Lyndal tried to convince Wallis, the kitchen maid, to join her on a quest to the merchant borough.

‘The king said I could ask the staff for help,’ Lyndal said when Wallis responded with “No way.”

Wallis continued chopping onions. ‘So ask someone who wants to go.’

Lyndal glanced over at Astin, who was leaning in the doorway not looking at her, then returned her attention to the maid. ‘When was the last time you left the royal borough? Don’t you miss the hustle of the merchant borough?’

‘I heard there are dead bodies on the street.’

‘Bodies that will have likely been collected by the time we get there.’ Not her strongest argument but worth pointing out. ‘And you have the opportunity to be part of the solution. Fewer dead bodies tomorrow because of your good deed today.’

Astin coughed—his only contribution.

Wallis picked up a turnip and washed it in a bowl of water. ‘I’ve got enough work to do here.’

Lyndal tried another approach. ‘I understand. I’ll ask someone else. The king might have some fresh suggestions for me.’

When she went to turn away, Wallis stopped her.

‘Wait.’ She let out a resigned breath. ‘Are the rumours true? About you and the king?’

Lyndal backed away from the bench. ‘I’m really not at liberty to speak about it.’

‘Fine. I’ll do it. But you better remember this good deed if those rumours prove true.’ She placed the knife down, hands going to her hips. ‘What do you need?’

A smile spread across Lyndal’s face. ‘I’m going to need some very large pots and as many vegetables as you can spare.’

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