Sofia's and Liliana's time for riding is a bit shorter than Sofia wishes. After all the travel and the banquet had cut into their time on horseback. She keeps track of the time as they go along the trails. "Milady I think we should turn back in order to have time to take care of our mounts and still have some time before day sleep claims in order to have the maids help us undress." Sofia pats Sheba's neck for a job well done.<br/><br/>Anna mean while had retired to her and Sofia's quarters, waiting for her to come in and tell her about her outing with the princess. She's hoping everything went well. The queen seems to favor the princess as heir to the throne. Anna sits with a goblet of blood in hand.<br/><br/>"Of course I should not have to tell you to keep an open eye out. I will loan you my special pocket watch." The pocket watch in question has small gun at the end, which could be used for distraction in order to either run or draw a bigger weapon.<br/><br/>Molly is also well trained in using weapons. She could use a revolver without pause, and just as easily use a knife. Since she had entered Anna's service and proven her loyalty her mistress had seen to it that Molly can defend herself.<br/><br/>"Thank you milady. I shall make sure it is not taken. I know that is highly valuable to you." Molly had been standing facing Anna's chair but turned towards the door when Sofia entered.<br/><br/>"Ah, my dear Sofia. Has was your night darling?" Anna only calls Sofia darling when she is expecting good news.<br/><br/>"Things went well between the princess and I tonight mother. I was invited to go riding with her again."<br/><br/>"Very well. Sleep well Sofia," Anna says, clearly dismissing Sofia and Molly in one foul sweep.