"So, explain to me again what is going on?" Ellie frowned, arms folded across her chest. She stood, looking as imposing as an orc woman in a corset could, at the side of the chair were Roxanne was seated.
"Long story short, both the Champollion and Montpellier families have been... deposed... for conspiring against the crown," Trixie replied while doing her best to hold back a smirk. "You were spared at the request of King Arnwald because of your innocence. I brought you here for your safety, as well as to discuss what will happen next."
Roxanne and Ellie exchanged glances. Just at that moment, the door opened, and Mr. Abbot announced the arrival of Queens Esmyria and Alicia. Everyone who wasn't already on their feet rose, and then bowed to each queen as they passed. Esmyria took a seat at the desk at the head of her room, and Alicia stationed herself at her side. Once Esmyria was seated, Trixie and Roxanne found their's again as well.
