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[Tierna]

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The doors to Restless Manor swung open with a thud. A frown creased Tierna's brow at the silent greeting. The realization there was no one about crept over her slowly. Where was Bryelle? Where were the other handful of servants who were typically parading about the grounds? Taking off her traveling cloak she deposited it on the wooden chair just inside the foyer. Setting it down her nose turned slightly up at the stench of dust as it billowed in the air. The house had obviously been kept in disarray during her absence. That was something she would certainly have to discuss with Bryelle when she saw her. She could not abide a dirty house. That was what servants were for after all, why were they not being made to do their job? Turning round Tierna took note of the pile of linens on the floor and ingots off to the side. Both were covered in a film of dirt as if they hadn't been touched in over a month. Soren had been meticulous with her supplies before. Obviously her departure had shaken up things somewhat. That was going to be yet another, "discussion" she would have to have with Bryelle.

Taking her hands and smoothing down the bun of hair that had gone increasingly grey over her time away she sat with her back rigid at the writing table. First things first, she needed to let Her Grace know she had returned. There were many preparations to go over prior to Her Grace's return. Pulling out a new quill and ink she began:

"Your Grace, Lady Lenoir,

As per our arrangements I have returned to Southern Malas. I have returned to Umbra. You will of course want to notate that I have spoken with Assia in regards to Dragonstorm and your personal finances. She is quite capable and as such everything is in good working order. That is as if you had never left. It is with disdain I report that not all is as well in my own home.

As you are aware, one of my servants is no longer here. At your leisure, when you have returned, I would like to speak of this. For now, suffice it to say that while my finances are pristine, I have discipline to reinforce. I will waste no time in doing so thus I will be better prepared to re-establish my role in the young Queen's life. I trust that her lessons have continued while you have been gone. I look forward to working with her as soon as you are settled back in. Send word when you arrive and I will make myself available to you both.

Sincerely,

Tierna Asteby
Governess of Queen Catherine Skyfire
Restless Manor, Umbra"

Carefully she reached for the blood red wax stick and held it over a nearby candle. When it was good and hot she daubbed it onto the parchment and sealed it with the household crest of a majestic owl in flight.
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