"I am giving her back her rightful place, Baski. Being a free person does not cut it for a Royalty." He stated matter-of-factly, "I will make her a Queen."

A Queen...?

Baski's mouth was ready to shriek in sheer happiness, but her heart became heavy. "No, My King... She can't ascend the Mombana's throne! Not now!"

"She can. It is required of her."

"Have you forgotten her condition, My King? She can't. Not in this condition when she is most ...