To what do I owe the displeasure of your intrusion? I was under the impression that commoners awaited an invitation.
My dear let’s stop this game. we both know that in the end one will win and the other will lose.
narrows her eyes Perhaps. But until then, I refuse to let an upstart like you steal my crown.
just stop trying to be queen, I am the next queen not you…
takes a deep breath, walks towards the stranger Are you really the chosen one? Or are you just another pretender vying for power?
No one else can be queen after you mother, it’s passed down to me so excuse me if I’m a little upset that someone as unmatured as you is before me. you may have studied ever since you were born but I was watching you from the shadows you’ve had all this time to prepare yourself, now I’m starting my preparations and still have five years to get ready
leans in closer, staring intensely into the stranger's eyes Five years? Is that so? We shall see about that.
And you also forget this is only a game. We cannot kill or cause mass panic
smirks, crosses her arms Oh, I'm well aware that this is just a game. But that doesn't mean I'll go easy on you. Consider this a challenge, my dear.
Fine then but at the end who ever wins I’ll congratulate them
steps forward, placing a hand on the table Very well. Let's make a pact then.
smirks, looks the stranger directly in the eye The loser shall become the winner's apprentice for a period of one year.
Done and done…offers hand
firmly shakes the stranger's hand Excellent. Now, let the games begin. May the best queen win.
looks back on the past year, reflecting on her experiences It's hard to believe that it's been a year since we made that pact.
pauses, then smiles Despite our rivalry, I must admit that I've learned a great deal from you. Your strategies and insights have been invaluable.
Well you didn’t have much competition
stands tall, a determined look in her eyes Well, no more. From now on, I will use everything I've learned to surpass you and become the true queen.
It’s a shame one of us has to lose
narrows her eyes, a fire burning within her It may be a shame, but there can only be one queen.