With Cellan escorting her, Katherine feels like she can conquer the world today. It’s a good feeling to have, but she knows that she must not get overconfident. She has to go about this rationally and with a great deal of diplomacy. Her father’s supporters will be in this mix of dignitaries and they might sway others if she’s not careful. And she is aware that rumors spread fast. They probably know about her unique set of powers and they all must be curious as to why she has them.
“You don’t owe them explanations. You make the rules, try to make them fair.” Cellan reminds her.
“Thank you.” She smiles at him. “Wouldn’t you rather have the throne?”
“No.” He chuckles. “But I am here for the ride. I will support you, always.”
Katherine walks into the throne room with her head raised high a
