Wiping the back of her hand across her brow, Shakuntala propped herself up on the shavings fork and let out a sigh. It was unbearably hot and the stables were absolutely sweltering. Being cramped up in there wasn't the best option then, but the girl couldn't think of any else better place to be. Enjoying the company of the animals she adored so was better than being among people. At least, to her, sweating like a sinner in church was a small sacrifice to pay if she could remain with them.
Still... Shakuntala thought to herself with a wistful sigh as she returned to her work, her lips thinning to a thin line on her taut features. I'm just alienating myself, just like how I used to with mum... I-I... I can't just hope to make friends closing myself off like this all of the time...
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