ELAYNE “Excuse me your highness but how did you shut her up? This is the first time she has been calm since she came here,” Mirabel whispered. “She’s terrified of her brother and her mother. When both of them are adequately mad at her, it’s a sight to see.” “I was under the impression she wasn’t scared of anybody. Color me surprised.” “Everyone’s scared of someone. No, everyone has a figure of authority they answer to. It makes for good leaders.” “That makes a lot of sense” Mirabel nodded in agreement. Kanna found an excuse to disappear and Tyler went after her. With all the commotion, General Tiller showed his face. “You are... Princess Ariana?” “I am. It’s nice to see you once again, General Tiller.” “Geraldine went on and on about how you were still alive. It’s nice to see that

