I sit in the garden gathering the non-crushed herbs. The knights went galloping through the garden again. Not only that, but some black fluid is oozing from somewhere. So I’m trying to collect all the herbs and plants that weren’t damaged.

I sigh after collecting a basket and walk over to the herbery. I place the basket next to all the others i’ve gathered so far. I wish they’d find me an assistant. But at least the old herbalist, Albus lives close by, he even helped this morning.

“Hey, Gretel?” Alexis says walking in. “I’m going on another trip. I need some supplies, my usual squad for a while, maybe include some lists that we can use to find more? Also Calvin has a sore throat. I think the wimp’s getting sick.”

“I wouldn’t advise calling the prince a wimp, but it’s not like they can do anything against you.” I snort. Grabbing some mint leaves, I say “Here, let me make something for his throat. Come back later tonight for your supplies. And tell Calvin to come by as soon as he can. ”

“ ‘Kay. I’ll tell Calvin to drop by later.” She starts to walk off, but I interrupt her.

“Hey, wait! I could come along too, that way you won’t need lists! I could help out and I would be really helpful! I have some training, and Albus could look after the herbery. And I really want to get out! I can train and everything! I won’t get in the way or anything.”

“I mean i’m fine with it, but we’ll have to talk to the King.” She says. I practically squeal with joy as I quickly finish my work and run after her. I need to get out of here. With that explosion, he’ll be coming after me soon.