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her?” The queen’s stifled grin gave way to a feigned innocence. “Can you think of anyone who would be better?” “Anyone would be better,” he growled. “I would rather face the guillotine.” The queen looked amused. “With Marie, it may be about the same. Good luck. And you best be going. She will be waking soon, and I want her to know early this morning.” Lord High Chamberlain let out a very audible sigh and rolled his eyes, but bowed slightly and went to fulfill the unpleasant task. As the queen thought about her young daughter, and the difficult task ahead for Captain Richins, she said to herself, “And good luck to you, young Captain. My prayers are with you.” 22