Amelia “You didn't tell me you are a princess,” I say, and she smiles. “I am much like you, I suppose. I am just Mirabella. I don't have time for thrones with bells and whistles. I would rather keep my people safe than rule over them. Besides, my twin brother will be king, so that is his burden to bear. Mine is to keep our people safe. Even from our own if they step out of line,” she says. That is a burden I will soon have to face too. “I apologize for my outburst. But Elias is a major problem for our kingdom. He is very entitled and thinks that he can do as he pleases because his father used to train our warriors. I am sorry for the trouble, but I will deal with him,” Mirabella says. “We will all help you,” I say, and she smiles and nods. “I specifically sent Ariana to Silverstone so

