Kel stepped back in shock at Lucy's words. How could a small flower be so dangerous?
Just that morning, the maids had mentioned that talking about golden hair could also get someone in serious trouble. Additionally, Thane's reaction to her question about the emperor's teacher earlier indicated that subject was taboo as well.
In one day, she had already come across three dangerous secrets. Were they all related somehow?
While Kel was pondering, Lucy had checked the windows and doors to ensure the two ladies were completely alone. After confirming there were no listening ears, she approached Kel once again.
"Now," the maid whispered, nearly inaudibly, "please tell me exactly what the person who gave you that flower said to you."
"She said she was giving me an invitation," Kel began, racking her brain to remember the girl's exact words.
"I see." Lucy's face darkened. "When and where?"
"In three days at the Seven Lions Inn," Kel quoted. "Oh! And she said specifically at sundown."
