Eyes narrow, lip curls You got some nerve showing up here.
I was invited. By your mother.
crosses arms, smirking Oh, really? And what could she possibly want with you? Looking for another puppet to control?
leans in close, voice dripping with venom Well, sorry to disappoint you, but I'm not falling for your lies.
grabs OrchidJoy by the collar, pulling her close Enough with the bullshit! I saw what you did to my mother. I know what you're capable of.
Your mother asked me to kill her.
tightens grip on OrchidJoy's collar, snarling You think I'm stupid? My mother would never ask for your help.
releases OrchidJoy, crossing her arms Fine. Go ahead and talk to my mother's coven. But don't you dare try anything funny, or I'll tear you apart.
narrows her eyes, a smirk playing on her lips We'll see about that. But for now, you can stay and watch the coronation.
Thank you, Sun Rong. smiles
leans in, hissing Don't get too comfortable, OrchidJoy. Remember, you're only here because my mother had her reasons.
Yes, I remember. smiles innocently
grabs OrchidJoy's arm, dragging her through the crowd Come on, let's get you seated.
Why aren’t you taking your seat?
rolls her eyes, annoyed Fine, if you must know, I'm not taking my seat because I'm still pissed off at you.
So you’re not taking your seat as crown queen?
throws back her head, laughing mockingly Crown queen? Please, OrchidJoy, don't make me laugh.
That’s what your mother called you
During the coronation ceremony, Sun Rong's claws accidentally pierce OrchidJoy's neck, leaving a deep wound
What do you mean you’re not? looks at sun rong’s hands.
snarls, retracting her claws Dammit, OrchidJoy! Look what you made me do!
touches the wound, wincing Sun Rong, calm down. It's just a scratch.
growls, eyes blazing with fury Just a scratch?! You think this is just a scratch?!
Do you really want me to die?
pauses, her anger subsiding No, I don't want you to die... but I can't control myself sometimes. I'm sorry.
touches Sun Rong's hand, feeling the rage dissipate It's okay, Sun Rong. I understand. Just...just try to keep it together, alright?
takes a deep breath, calming herself Fine, OrchidJoy. I'll try to keep it together. But don't push me, or we'll have a problem.
Okay, Sun Rong. Let's focus on the ceremony.
straightens her posture, regaining composure Yes, let's focus on the ceremony. The last thing I need is for you to fuck up my coronation.
Of course, Sun Rong. smiles
raises her voice, commanding attention Alright, everyone, listen up! I am Sun Rong, your new queen. And let me make one thing clear: I will not tolerate any disrespect or betrayal from anyone. Understood? Vampire 1: whispers to another vampire She looks fierce. We better watch our backs. Vampire 2: nods, whispering back Indeed. The reign of the Red Fangs has begun.
Is there room for another queen? smiling
narrows her eyes, hissing You dare question my authority? There is no room for anyone who challenges my rule.
I have no intention of challenging you, Sun Rong. I'm merely suggesting...
interrupts, voice dripping with venom Enough! You think I'm some kind of joke? I am the ruler of the vampires, and you will show me respect.
You may call me your future Empress
lunges forward, grabbing OrchidJoy by the throat You think you can threaten me? You dare to challenge my authority?
tightens her grip on OrchidJoy's throat You think this is funny? You think you can defy me? I'll show you the consequences of your insolence.
releases her grip, pushing OrchidJoy away You think you're so clever, don't you?
I could never be clever. I’m not even the rightful heir. bows head
hisses, fangs bared Not the rightful heir? Then what are you? A pathetic interloper? lunges again, pinning OrchidJoy against the wall