Chapter Thirty-Eight

Elpida

I traced circles around the diamond etched on the hawk's eyes as I lounged in my throne and listened to the greedy members of the Queen's council. Such incompetent fools. They felt I needed them. I had listened to their unbearable rantings for days. My thoughts drifted to my dear dear Persephone. A smile found it's way to my lips. Stupid stupid Persephone. Thinking she could run from me. Hadn't she wondered why it had been too easy? The palace was impenetrable. In and out. Yet,they had made it through without confrontation. My smile deepened as I praised myself inwardly.