45 Waiting in the dark alley

Music Recommendation: Violin Concerto No. 2 RV 315 L'estate: I

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When Anastasia was on her afternoon break from serving Princess Emily, she went to the servants' quarters to have lunch and sat next to Theresa. Some of the servants stared at the young woman. 

"I guess everyone has heard the rumour about you," Theresa murmured as she took a bite from her food. Once she swallowed the food, she whispered, "I don't mean to scare you, but you should be careful to watch your back." 

'I won't be here for them to stab me,' Anastasia moved her hands. 

"Huh? Are you really going to be a concubine?" Theresa asked in a hushed voice. 

Anastasia shook her head, 'Mary agreed. It is today.'

With Anastasia busy serving Princess Emily, she hadn't found the time from yesterday until now to let Theresa know about her leaving the palace.

"Will it be possible?" Theresa asked, "Wouldn't it be hard for her? To leave in front of everyone?"