I never realized how big the palace was," Tequla said to the maid who was showing her around, Delilah. Delilah only muttered a response to what Tequila had said, not really paying her much attention. She wasn't as responsive as Aliyah and Aisha would have beenand Tequila had also noticed something quite hostile in her attitude, it made the tour less enjoyable. She was sure if Aliyah and Aisha were around, they would have made her laugh and made the whole tour fun. "I heard there's a music room here, the one my son, Uthman goes to play in. Can you take me there?"

"Yes, My Queen," Delilah replied. "This...