by SweetOblivion
A very literate story, but it might have been better if you'd had less stilted conversation at the beginning, and picked up the pace a little. Still a good read.
(1) . . . the proper use of the verb "to pique," and
(2) . . . the difference between "discrete" and "discreet."
In all other respects, a very fine story, well told. I look forward to its continuation.
It is not easy to construct a narrative almost entirely in the form of dialogue, but SweetOblivion has managed it superbly. Well done!
You really do have to watch out whilst having tea and a chat with Aunt Jane. Would it be preferable and less stressful to enter the Lion’s Cage?