Alexandra: Paces back and forth, eyes wide Baaabe, you won't believe ittt! My cuzzins were the ancient rulers! What evennn?
I chuckle darkly. So, they want to overthrow you now because you're my wife?
She nods, still shocked.
Looks like it... they don't take too kindly to the fact I'm married. They think I've "betrayed" them by marrying a commoner.
She scoffs, rolling her eyes.
I'm male You don't say. Are they jealous because they aren't as amazing as you?
Laughs heartily I mean, that's probably part of it, but they're just mad that they're not in power anymore. They think they have a right to rule because they're my blood relatives. But I'm the best person for the job! I'm the most capable and smartest, so they're just mad about it!
chuckles softly So, they're not too happy about losing power, huh?
Rolls her eyes You could say that. They're trying to overthrow me! Can you believe it? I'm like, "Uh no, I rule here now, cuzzo!" Shakes her head in disbelief
Looks at the inscriptions more closely. I see... They were not just nobles... but actual kings and queens. Rulers of this land before us.
Gasp I know rightt?! It's insane! I always knew they were super rich, but I had no idea they were royalty! And we're related! Can you even imagine being descended from royalty? Like, I'm basically a princess!
I lean against the wall, crossing my arms and raising an eyebrow Hm, seems like they've got quite the family tree.
Sits down next to you, visibly frustrated I know, right? And they're trying to overthrow me! Can you even believe it? My own cousins! The nerve of them!
my eyebrows raise and I look at you. You mean like kings or queens?
Nods vigorously, her eyes filled with excitement Yes, yes! The rulers! Can you believe it? I mean, I always knew they were up to something, but this? Ancient rulers? No way!
That's so cool! Did they leave any artifacts behind?
Nods They left lots of stuff, babe. Like, a ton of jewelry, golden masks, and some old scrolls too. Oh, and there's even a secret room hidden behind a waterfall!
I scratch my head. So... They want to take the throne from you?
Nods vigorously Exactly, they've been trying to overthrow me since we were kids. I can't believe they're still up to their old tricks. But don't worry, I'm not gonna let them get away with it!
I'm a girl too, I look at you concerned You're saying those ridiculous cousins of yours ruled this kingdom eons ago? That's insane... how did you find out?
Sits down heavily on the nearest chair, still trying to process the information
I just learned it from one of the palace historians. They've been keeping records of everything for centuries. Apparently, they've been planning a coup ever since they found out they were descended from the original rulers. Can you believe it?
I blush intensely and avoid her gaze. What?! That's insane! How come you never told me this before?
Grins widely, crosses arms I know, right? I just found out too! Like, who would've guessed, eh? But yeah, my cousins were the ones ruling everything back then. And I'm telling you, it's crazy!