"Good afternoon, Queen Katherine," the white cloaked councilwoman in the middle says. "I hope you are feeling better."

"Yes, I am." I nod, standing next to Dominic with Zack on my other side. "Thanks to the Archangel."

Her mouth curves into a smile. "I am aware," she says. "The Archangel has informed you that we have important business to discuss?"

"He did," I answer, biting my lip. Dominic takes my hand and softly rubs the top with his thumb.

"Very good," she ...