Cora
Cora hurried down the street to the library - Peter was supposed to meet her our front after he finished shelving the books that had been left out throughout the day. She slowed in front of the tall brick building, and for the first time noticed that she hadn't been the only one rushing down the street. Cora's eyes sparked at the idea that any soldier would take such an interest in her. Indignant, she fumed as he approached at a more relaxed pace.
"Doesn't he know who I am" she thought to herself. "My father is a well respected and upstanding citizen, and my eldest sisters are about to marry into the most powerful families in the county."
The soldier sauntered by Cora - who stood stoically with her arms crossed - staunchly ignoring the intruder. Peter chose that moment to bounce down the steps - scaring Cora high nigh to kingdom come. Her scream drew looks from several passers-by. Peter cautiously touched her arm as Cora burst into a fit of laughter, tears forcing their release. "Are you okay?"
Cora wiped her eyes and said "Sorry - let's go to the Drake's before it gets too late." She grasped the basket full of food - glanced around for the intruder and they hurried off as Peter muttered "crazy girl" under his breath.
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