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Delicate hands dug into the earth, soil running between her fingers as she searched for the bottom of the root and pulled at the unwanted object. A single weed resting in her palm as she placed it with the others, in the pile she had created for them. The candy roses would appreciate the gesture even if she couldn’t get to the whole garden in one go and she wasn’t who they really wanted. It had been so long since Kat’s disappearance that the garden had been in quite a stir when she had arrived to help, only Chess could seem to calm them. He grieved like they did for the loss of her. The garden had at least accepted Willow, showing kindness for her efforts for them but most were not so lucky anymore such as that Alice which arrived here a week ago.

It was why Willow had decided to stay at Kat’s home. This way, she could keep everything in good shape and it would be exactly as the other woman had left it if she worked hard enough. Willow would only use the guest room during her stay and wouldn’t have to live at the castle which was more awkward now then it use to be. Kat had always been welcoming to others and knew that she wouldn’t mind. Chess had even said she could when Willow had asked but she knew he hadn’t been completely alright with it. It was why she always stayed away from that section of garden in the mornings as he needed some kind of normal. He needed this time alone. She just hoped that one day, his waiting would get an answer. 

A soft frown made her way to her face as she thought of how Chess must feel, her bunny ears twitching a bit under the bandana that was currently covering them and holding back a flood of white fluffy hair that spilled down to her mid back. Normally it would be in a bun or ponytails to try and tame the marshmallow fluffiness that was her hair but when gardening she found a bandana was the best way to go. Willow brushed her hands on the gardening apron, pushing herself up as she start to gather her supplies before looking up at the sky with a raised arm to block the rays. Amethyst eyes glanced to the positioning of the sun and figured that it was probably still early enough to get some breakfast but the twins place might be packed at this time of day. She was well stocked on tea so a trip to Mercury Cafe wouldn’t be needed yet but maybe Mira might need something delivered or to be checked up on.

The White Queen was sweet and cared for all those in her kingdom but often forgot to take care of herself. Willow did not deserve forgiveness and still felt strange around the other woman but checking on her helped ease her guilt. It must also be more stressful with all the Alice’s that had arrived. Not all Alice arrivals meant joy for everyone. Willow was sure that Mira worried about their protection from the other fighting forces of the war. She didn’t really trust the new Queen Of Hearts as anyone to take up that mantle must be as horrible but Rex would never harm an Alice. That was one thing Willow even knew for sure. 

She untied her apron and pulled it off before taking her supplies to the shed. It would not take all that long to get to the White Castle if she took the cobble stone path and with that she placed her hands behind her back, walking with a little skip in her step as she enjoyed this fine morning. It was so sunny and it felt so nice with just a slight breeze to ward off too much heat. It seemed like this was the start of a fine day so far and hoped it would only get better from here. Heck, she might even go visit a certain someone today if he wasn’t too busy. He could always be on a mission though which was understandable. After while, she made her way up to the beautiful gates that held a pristine ivory castle with dazzling gardens that could rival Kat’s in some ways alone. Her head instinctively nodded to the guards, when she actually was too lost in thought to notice them guarding the gates. Willow was already wondering into the castle, heading for the throne room which was silly as even she knew the garden was a better bet here. It was a different royal that was mostly found in the throne room.