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CHAPTER 68
"Easy for you to say," she scoffed.
"Yes. I am here today because he took my freedom and pearls from me as well as that of my people. He left us with nothing but our will to survive and get that which is rightfully ours, our freedom, an independent nation. I have no regrets as to saving you as I believe it would be a victory on the part of your haters if you die like that."
"Hmm."
"Stand up for yourself. Build allies, channel that rage and pain into seeking your revenge. The world needs you, young queen. There are nations yet to be subdued, they need you to ensure that this disaster is never birthed again.
"I am but a queen with an empty title, crown and throne. How then can I save them when I couldn't save mine?"
"You are who you say you are. If you believe that is all there is to you then I am sorry to say, I wasted my time saving you. But no!"
