Perfect Execution

"How sweet." Lucilla walked closer. Looked at the pot. "And what exactly is in this tea?"

"Herbs. To help with the venom."

"Herbs." Lucilla smiled. Cold. "How thoughtful. While my nephew Lucius suffers from YOUR curse. The curse you brought to this house. And you waste time playing with children. Making useless tea. Pretending to care."

Millie's hand found mine. Squeezed.

"Stop with the fake conce