"I want to take you down to the orangery today, before you grow sick of the same surroundings," she said. "That's not likely to happen so soon," I admitted. The window by the bed had been opened again, and the sun was streaking through thin curtains. The room was hazy and pink and smelled of the world outside and the breakfast waiting under the tray. Lillian smiled. "We could go for a walk in the woods on the property, but I'm sure Marius and Asterion will insist on chaperoning. Their company depends on your acceptance." It was a baffling offer. That I should be allowed outside. That I could
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