if we were guards, we could spend the day doing something more exciting.” “We could go riding.” “Eat with our fingers.” Ehri lowered her chin and whispered, “Belch.” “With fervor.” “We could—oh dear,” said Ehri. “I think we have company.” And sure enough down both garden paths he saw the hopefuls and their chaperones approaching like a flock of beautifully dressed birds of prey. “Someone must have reported we were in private conversation.” “Perhaps they’ll all throw themselves into the pond to get your attention,” whispered Ehri, and Isaak had to resist the urge to laugh again. “What amuses
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