There was carpet under Blanchefleur’s feet and the scent of clean and delicate things in her nostrils–perfume, babies, soap, and tea. Homesickness hit her like a clenched fist; this was worse than memory.

Suzannah Rowntree
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The smell of clean and delicate things is very common in most homes. It is something that can come with cleaning, but it is also something that can be accidentally left behind by the cleaners. It is very common for children to be brought up in a house smelling of soap, perfume, and babies. Children are usually happy to have their homes smell this way as it reminds them of their childhood.

Their own scent doesn't come through very strongly because the smell of the house is so strong, but they still miss it when they go home. Homesickness is often brought on by the smell of clean and delicate things.

Source: Pendragons Heir

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