Chapter 60

Ana felt her back stiffen as she held back her quiet rage, Natalia clasped a hand over hers and her touch quelled the rumbling sensation within her. They were right that was the truth but she had come this far to make it better and to seek redemption for not only Forsythia but her people as well. The rest of the meeting lasted a few more hours and Ana patiently waited for all the villagers to shuffle out of the area.

Once they were all gone Ana quietly approached Malcolm he seemed confused as to why there were still guests here, "Ah, you are all new faces. Welcome can I help you with anything?"

"We're not here for help," Natalia replied, stepping forward. "We're here to offer it." She glanced at Ana, who nodded in agreement.

In a few short incantations Ana let Natalia's magic circle around her and she returned to her true appearance. Malcolm nearly stumbled and toppled back as he witnessed the scene before him, "Y-your M-majesty?"