~King Asher~

She was like fire and brimstone, burning through the hay as she tore down everything that Mr. Colton had said. I knew I didn't have to defend her; my not saying anything aside from her lateness made them know that her words were law and she didn't need me to be by her before she stood up for herself. She was a powerful woman; her aura was different, and as soon as she stepped into that room, everyone knew.

"Erm, Your Majesty," Mr. Colton appeared behind me, a disgruntled look ...