I feel like her aunt wanted to recruit her team of witches with the portion. The portion mixed in the cake needed to brew for 2 years to be as effective.
But for what reason was she kept in the prison though? And why did she stay put when she could have used her powers against the guards. Hmm
Weldone! This story oozes lots of suspense and puzzles
Ooh, I love that you had so many questions, it delights me! Sometimes I really love plots that make me have to imagine what the protagonist's and supporting character's reasons were for why they acted, not to mention some of the best stories have a bit of pain to endure before reaching a oh so satisfying conclusion. All the best resistances take time and sacrifice so to speak.
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