Evaline:
When my alarm started buzzing at six, I was already awake.
I sat up and rubbed my temples gently, wincing as my fingers brushed over the sore bump on my forehead. It was throbbing a little but wasn't as bad as I expected. Thank the moon for Rowan's balm.
With a sigh, I got out of bed and started my morning routine. Today, I was planning to leave half an hour early, so I called Mr. Wood and confirmed with him.
Instead of going straight to the Council Headquarters, I made a quick stop at a dry cleaning store in Lakeshire Town. The boutique dress from last night, after being folded carefully and stored in a garment bag, was now hanging in my arms like an unwanted secret. I paid the dry cleaning charges and gave the Council headquarters' address for delivery as I requested they deliver it by late afternoon.
