Griffin Province.
A carriage rolled slowly into the sunlit Serene Grand Estate.
The horses pulling it had copper bells tied to them, their crisp jingling drawing the attention of the estate's servants.
"It's Miss MaryRuth."
The butler immediately stepped forward to receive her, offering a flawless bow toward the carriage door. "Welcome, the esteemed Miss MaryRuth."
"Hello."
The carriage door opened, and a gentle, pure-looking woman stepped out with a soft smile, radiating elegance and pristine grace. She held a thick book in her hand.
"I've come to see Miss Sherry, to share some thoughts on reading—and to return this book. I've gained so much from it." Holding the book in one hand, she placed her other hand lightly on a maid's wrist and stepped down gracefully. "I also brought Sherry a painting I made in White Swan City. Please help me carry it."
"My pleasure."
Even the usually stern butler wore a faint smile.
