The Travels of Anadrasata Nearabhigan: Day 38

It's Day 38 and Anadrasata finds out more about her late Great-uncle's diaries. Quite a few things more, actually. 

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Ghairniksday, 19 Naisen, 1893 C.E.
Sebti, 6 Sajibu, 2157 T.M.L.

12 Oztotl, 22 Kiauitl, 6.11.2.1.8.2.14

Dear Journal,

I had trouble getting to sleep last night, nothing to do with anything but my state of mind, let me be clear on that.  Another maid I haven't met before brought me my warm washing water this morning but this one was prepared to tell me her name - Umetlalli.  She is an older woman, and I think she is one of the more senior members of the household staff.  She had me down to breakfast earlier then yesterday, and Axolin and Cousin Ghrus were still there when I arrived.  Miztli was still out at his fighting club, and Matlal and a footman were still in attendance.  The stack of used dishes on the trolley by the servants' door suggested that I am among the late risers of the household.

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