Alright, ladies," Elora began, smiling warmly. "Today, we're giving the gardens a little extra attention. I want the roses to look perfect, so let's trim back any of the overgrown branches and make sure the blooms are bright and full. Place the lilies along the path to the fountain and arrange the daisies near the archway." One of the younger serving girls, a bright-eyed girl named Mariella, leaned. Shall we put lavender at the entrance, my lady? It is blooming so beautifully this season." Elora nodded. "Yes, that is a fine suggestion, Mariella. Lavender at the entrance will be just lovely. And take care not to cut it back too drastically! We want the effect to be natural, not uniform. In an instant, the other maids got to work, pruning carefully and arranging as she had instructed. As she worked, one clump of daffodils caught her eye; it needed adjusting. She knelt down and moved them with her fingers, feeling the dirt and petals. Then suddenly, a wave of dizziness washed o
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