Papillion's silver-flecked face lit up, her wings stilling. "I would be honored, Madam. I have watched children before, a long time ago."
"Then you will start today. Mira will show you where the nursery is and explain his routine. He sleeps often, but when he is awake, he likes to be held and talked to. He is not difficult, just... demanding."
Papillion nodded eagerly, her mercury skin catching the light. "I can do that, Madam. I can."
Finally, Lin Yue looked at Tumble, who had shrunk himself so small he was barely visible on the armrest. "You have two tasks, Tumble. First, you will help in the gardens and the greenhouse. You look like you have a way with plants, and we have grounds that need tending. The previous gardener left months ago, and the flowers have been neglected."
Tumble's cap perked up, his tiny face breaking into a grin. "I love plants, Madam! I can make them grow. I can make them bloom."
