"I'm the Queen because I do what's necessary, not what's easy," I declared, my voice ringing out clearly. "If you want to blame someone for the state of the kingdom, look at the mess we're cleaning up. But if you try to sabotage our future by spreading lies about my household... you'll find out very quickly how sharp this tiger's claws are. Be warned."
I saw the tawny wolf shift her feet, looking suddenly unsure and trying to retreat.
Yeah, that's the fear they should have.
"I will be a queen who looks after her people, and I will be a queen who does what is best for the greater good. But being a queen doesn't mean I have to give up my own happiness, and my own private life just to satisfy the likes of you."
I dropped my hand on her shoulder and glared right into her soul.
