I blink a few times in surprise, staring at her amused expression. “Are you serious? You’re ready to leave for the fairy kingdom right now?” I ask, barely believing what she is just saying. I thought she would eventually agree to coming with us, but taking the lead and telling us to move fast? Not in a million years.
“Of course, I’m serious. I mean, it sounded quite urgent from the way you put it. Or am I mistaken? Are we allowed the luxury of taking a long bath and having a full feast, before leaving?” she retorts, turning a bit more serious. I shake my head in response, already preparing my body to move.
“No, you’re right. We need to move fast. Pack everything essential for about two weeks’ journey, because I don’t know how long it’s going to take. We’ll meet at the stables in ha
