The Battle Within.

Finn's stance.

“I’ll be right back, honey,” I said, kissing her forehead before leaving the room and heading to my office.

“You’re here, Your Majesty,” Scott and Daniel greeted me as soon as I walked in. “Good morning, Your Majesty.”

“Good morning to you,” I replied, walking to my seat.

“Have you called all the elders together?” I asked.

“Yes, Your Majesty. They were all waiting for you in the packed hall,” Scott responded.

I knew this meeting wouldn’t end well because I would be meeting Bianca’s father, who was also one of the elders.

“Okay. Let’s start going,” I stated. Together with them, I left my...