And of course, now with the empress possibly dead, I am certain they would have ended negotiations themselves!” “But you could not have known the empress would die. Unless…” Some of Serafin’s frost melted. Some of his humor returned. “There is more to her death than I realize.” Vivia’s responding laughter was far too pinched. He slouched against the headboard. “I told you, I only worry for your sake. I know you are strong, but the Council does not.” As the king devolved into more stories of his own prowess, Vivia tried to calm her heart. Tried to pretend she was listening, but the truth was
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OH SHIT DID SHE KILL THE EMPRESS TOO!?!?
