Alayna was leaning over a cradle, looking over the babe within to make certain they were comfortable, when she heard a door open behind her back. She turned with a kind smile, whispering a greeting.

“Oh, hello.”

She was wearing a simple white gown, and had her luscious brown locks falling down her back and over her shoulders in waves. Soft brown eyes were filled with warmth as she looked at the newcomer.