Beverly bowed before the queen, while Tempus, lying nearby, merely raised his head in recognition.
"You sent for me, Majesty?"
"I did," Anna responded. "I am about to meet with Lord Walters about the trial. It appears he"s concerned with the fairness of the proceedings. I"d like you here when he visits."
"Very well," Beverly replied. "Is there anything, in particular, you want me to do?"
"For now, I need you to bear witness, but feel free to ask questions if you have any, though let"s try not to threaten him."
"Of course," the knight replied.
A knock at the door interrupted them.
"That"s probably him," said Anna, turning her attention away from Beverly. "Come in!" she called out.
A Royal Guard opened the door to reveal Lord Montgomery Walters. He bowed deeply, then advanced to stan
