Laina took a few steps back. Ethan turned back around to face the ceremonial minister. He was ready for his coronation. The nobles in attendance chuckled at Laina's plight. None of the Nobles of High Court came to her defense.
Even those who voted for her did not stand with her. They feared for the retaliation they would face from their new king. Laina did not crumble to the ground. She looked over to Ethan with fury in her eyes.
"Lord Ethan," Laina called out to him.
She took off the tiara she wore on her head. Ethan never looked back. He did not care to even give her that sliver of respect.
"Are you sure this is what you wish to do?" she asked.
The nobles were livid. Laina had lost everything, yet she was still making an empty threat. Ethan heard every word of it. Though he knew things were in his favor, a small part of him felt as if Laina had some weight to her words.
