The girl tried to focus on anywhere else while he glared still at her in displeasure.
"Since when have you known about this?"
Wish's heart stuttered a bit as her eyes darted back and forth to think of a convincing lie to tell him. Yes, whenever she was free and she was sure he was not at home, she had been sneaking down here with Martha to see the Queen Mother out of concern while doing the best she could for her on her side. She had been careful not to let anyone know about her secret meetings with his mother, and the guards at the door had been nice enough to allow her in once or three times to talk with the woman. She had been taking care of her and even spending time with her when she was too bored or alone in this big place.
