ShannonAllAround

The slender young lady stepped from the carriage, adjusting her simple blue gown. She was a small female mouse with black fur, a peach face, and short black curls that escaped from under her pleated hat. At first glance, she appeared to be just a well-dressed citizen, but a closer look would reveal that her clothes were of very fine material, the kind only available to the upper classes. “I’ll meet y’ again at five, then?” The young lady turned and smiled at her driver. “Yes, Horace… and thank you again for going along with this. I really appreciate it.” He grinned at her. “Glad to do it, it’s my job,” He gestured to his head. “That’s why I get the nice hat. Besides, who could do a better job of driving than a horse?” The girl giggled. “Good point. I’ll see you later.” She turned and walked toward a bench in the small park, feeling a twinge of satisfaction that no one was paying any particular attention to her. People really do put too much stock in appearances. Her thoughts