“When in doubt, say nothing. School your expression into something nobody else can read, keep them guessing what’s really on your mind.”
We are preparing to go to Howler’s Cottage to meet the old queen and my sister, and as we change into fresh and more formal clothes, Elijah is tutoring me on how to behave when we find ourselves in the midst of the queen’s court.
I wince. “I’m told my face is far too expressive. How do I… neutralize it?”
A wry smile plays on his lips as he considers my question.
“Ah, the subtle art of poker faces,” he says, his eyes glinting with amusement. “The funny thing is… it’s not actually about masking your emotions entirely; it’s about controlling what you reveal and when you reveal it. Think of it like wearing a mask,” he chuckles when he sees me roll my eye
