>>18454562>>18454607>>18454804>>18454833>[The Queen wears a genuine smile for the first time in some time as Priscilla walks past the servant to leads the Angels into the royal court. Atop her throne, The Queen leans forward with open arms. She would never use these words out loud, but Priscilla is something of an equal; wealth, power, influence. Her tone is friendly and respectful.]“Ms Divanna-Eriksen. It is a pleasure to see you in person once more. Your championship win was most impressive, and those Trials made for quite exciting viewing. Please forgive my lack of contact in the meantime, both my personal and royal duties have kept me quite occupied. Your match with Mrs. Stone will be something truly special, no doubt. No matter how my own... issue is resolved, please know you have my full support.”
>[Turning to Sapphire, The Queen’s tone turns more motherly, but never in a bid to talk down to her young guest.]“And Miss Emilia. I mean no disrespect when I say that. Your mother seems to be a ‘powerful’ woman in her own right. I am sure she will hold her own delightfully. I was dreadfully sorry to hear of your contract issues, though by all accounts you are making a name for yourself in other locales. You are as impressive as you are determined. Were it up to me, you would have been rehired near instantly, but -- well, I will not waste time or energy speaking on that infernal Dog, but let me just say our interests are not always aligned. But I am afraid I prate. It is wonderful to see you again, dear.”
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