"Unacceptable! Absolutely unacceptable, Your Majesty!" The woman's voice reverberated through the air.
King Kyden's unexpected request and explanation caught her off guard, leaving her momentarily speechless. It was a surprise that elicited a strong reaction from her.
"See? Even Her Majesty, the Queen, agrees with me!" Kyren exclaimed, a glimmer of hope shining in his eyes as he found unexpected support.
Anna, sitting there in stunned silence, struggled to find her voice. The proposal raised by the king had left her in a state of shock, rendering her unable to articulate her thoughts.
"This decision is made with her safety in mind, Emelda," King Kyden explained, his tone firm.