It has been a day, and no one has tried to assassinate me again. Dear no one. As always you are my greatest and closest friend. I write to you once again concerned, and hopeful for the future. They know about me know. I have screamed it from the rooftops, charged down the hill with power coursing through my veins and they are frightened. Good. I know what I will find today in my manse. […]

Viola awoke well before the first bells. She could barely restrain her excitement. Today was the day. She couldn’t help herself. The young woman leapt out of her bed, and gave a small cheer. Today was the day! Viola danced in her nightgown, pirouetted across the silk rugs, and was reclined in the chair before her maid burst through the door. “Countess! I heard a noise and…” The maid stopped, and turned away. It was […]