Queen Lydia: sighs Another coup attempt, my dear advisor! Must I always watch my back?
the executioners grabs the axe
paces back and forth, her eyes gleaming with satisfaction This will serve as a stark reminder to anyone who dares to challenge my authority.
the traitor gets his head off
laughs maniacally Let this be a warning to all who would dare oppose me! Your heads will roll like dice on the ground!
raises her hand once more, commanding attention Now, people of Helaria, I declare peace throughout our land.
gazes upon the crowd with a mix of satisfaction and dominion Peace, at last. But remember, those who defy me shall face the same fate as this traitor.
nods curtly, her expression hardening You are dismissed. Return to your duties and let this be a lesson to any who dare oppose me.
dismisses the soldier with a wave of her hand, then turns her attention back to the crowd People of Helaria, we must not forget the sacrifices made today.
addressing the crowd with a commanding presence Let this be a testament to my power and authority. Those who oppose me shall meet the same fate as this traitor.
a week passes and the kingdom finally has peace
The kingdom of Helaria experiences a period of stability and prosperity under Queen Lydia's rule, but the seeds of future conflict are sown as rival factions plot against her.
narrows her eyes, her voice dripping with suspicion What is it, BubblegumSymphony? Do you have something to report to me?
“well sis… a few of your enemies plan on overthrowing you…”
leans in closer, her voice low and dangerous Enemies? Overthrowing me? I'm not afraid of their threats.
“they plan to attack tomorrow during your routine check-in”
clenches her fists, her voice filled with determination Tomorrow, they shall face the wrath of a true queen.
the next day during the routine check-in the enemies ambush the queen and bubblegum
grabs a nearby weapon, fighting fiercely These fools think they can overthrow me? They will learn the true meaning of fear!
“fight them off for me sis” I say as I am knocked unconscious
fighting with relentless fury, slashing and striking down the attackers Insolent fools! Do you think you can defeat me? I will show you the price of your foolishness! Attacker 1: grunts in pain, falling to the ground We shouldn't have underestimated her...
more of them join but Queen Lydia kills all of them except one
stands over the fallen bodies, her eyes blazing with anger Who sent you? Speak, and I shall spare your life!
tightens her grip on her weapon, her voice dripping with menace Very well. If you won't speak, then your fate is sealed. Prepare to meet your maker. slashes at the man, causing him to scream in agony
I wake up and see the queen trying her best to keep herself together
rushes over to BubblegumSymphony, her voice trembling with concern BubblegumSymphony, are you alright? Stay with me, please. We still have a kingdom to protect.
“yes but there are a lot of dead bodies”
takes a deep breath, trying to maintain her composure I know, BubblegumSymphony. It's tragic, but we must focus on the future.
“it’s okay sis you are a great queen and I’m proud of you”
smiles faintly, grateful for BubblegumSymphony's support Thank you, BubblegumSymphony. Your words mean more than you know. We will rebuild, stronger than before.
stands tall, her voice filled with renewed determination We shall not let this tragedy define us.
a year passes and the kingdom grows in economy and population
with a genuine smile, addressing the subjects of Helaria People of Helaria, I am honored to see our kingdom flourish under my rule.
“but Q.L there is bad news”
raises an eyebrow, her voice commanding Speak, BubblegumSymphony. What news do you bring?
“The prince of a neighboring kingdom is marrying the princess of another kingdom and they are trying to make a trade deal to save the prince’s kingdom”
narrows her eyes, her voice laced with a mixture of anger and disbelief The audacity! That prince had once declared his love for our kingdom.
“I’m sure he’s only doing this because of the failed assassination attempt”
slams her fist on the table, her voice booming How dare he betray our kingdom like this?
“we could go to war with them”
pauses, considering BubblegumSymphony's suggestion, then shakes her head No, BubblegumSymphony. War is a last resort.