Astilwen started when Miz Bella noticed her and blushed as many of the children turned to look at her.
"Well, I, um, mostly I just wanted to ask if you'd like any help. I have siblings at home, younger ones so I've had practice with children and I've nothing else to do and I'd like to help if you need it."
Realising she was rambling Astilwen cut herself off and smiled apologetically. Regaining her composure slightly she finished,
"And I won't guess the riddles for a while if you don't mind ma'am, else you won't get rid of all these sweets!"
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“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.”
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