Adriana had barely finished arranging her room when a gentle knock sounded at the door.

"Come in."

The door opened, and Annie stepped inside carrying a neatly folded bundle of fresh garments.

She smiled warmly when she saw Adriana.

"I hope you managed to get some rest."

Adriana returned a small smile.

"I did."

It wasn't entirely true.

Sleep had come eventually, but only after far too many restless thoughts.

"I was about to come to the bath..." Adriana started to say, but Annie walked over and placed

the folded garments on the bed.

"These are for you."

Adriana looked down.

Unlike the dresses Annie had always given her and...