![]() The drum, which had started with a slow rhythm, playing alone, was joined by the shrill voice of a mountain pipe. ![]() Together they took the first step down from the dais as the music started, and stopped before they took the second. “A dance,” the king said, “will mend everyone’s spirits.” He stood and offered her his hand. She knew that he had both hated and loved those cousins who were now beyond both love and hate. She followed his gaze, looking out over the court. He shook the apology away and smiled, but his smile was distant. ![]() I would have seen you send him after your cousins gladly except that he is an undersecretary for provisions to the navy.” Under cover of the noise of shifting chairs, the queen spoke. Later, the tables were cleared away for dancing. ![]()
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