Part 8

THE KINGDOM OF NORTHSAY

The maids chamber

GUARD: chief maid, I brought a message from the king. This young lady(pointing to River) is the new maid

HAIER: alright you may leave now

(The guard walks away)

HAIER: young lady, what is your name?

RIVER: River my lady

HAIER: (she chuckles) address me as Haier



HAIER: Come let me introduce you to the other maids

RIVER: (she bows) yes Haier

(River follows Haier into the maids courtyard)

HAIER: (Loudly) Everyone gather around. She's the new maid (pointing to River) and her name is River

ALL MAIDS: welcome River

ANNASTACIA: you are a real beauty with a perfect body shape. You will enjoy your stay here.

RIVER: Thank you for your kind words.

HAIER: [she calls on one of the maids (Marta)] I will leave her in your care. Marta, please show her around the palace and tell her how things is done here.

MARTA: yes Haier (she bow swiftly)

HAIER: you can all go back to your various chores now.

(Some of the maids welcome River by chattering and smiling with her. Annastacia leave the room out of jealousy, spitefully looking at River as she walks away).

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