"You see, when I take over the throne eventually, I need to be able to adapt and make friendships with the neighbouring countries around the kingdom. I devised a plan to help me have an early head start. To do this, I want to market myself as a prodigious princess." Serena explained seriously, looking Tanya in the eyes as to show the urgency of the matter.
"If I can prove myself from a young age, other countries won't look down on me as much as they would to any other young ruler. You do understand what this means for the stability of the kingdom, no? I have the weight of everyone on my shoulders, this must be done to ensure all goes well in the future."
Tanya took a step back and sat on the bed. The situation seemed rather normal to her. It was a princess thrust into the role of an heir and had to scramble to assert influence. This was all a game of reputation.
