Everyone Has A Choice

Cassandra smirked as she savored the fading smile on Sierra's face. This was the moment she had been hoping for. She could not wait to see it turn into despair. But she did not get the chance to do so just yet. 

Sierra had a sullen look on her face as their eyes met, "What are you trying to say, Cassandra?"

"I'm glad you caught on this far, I was getting worried for a second," she took the opportunity to rub it in before delivering the blow, "I just wonder what would happen if the royal court learns that you're not exactly a princess."

Sierra bit the inside of her cheek. Her worst fear materialized before her eyes. She had expected to feel a wave of nausea, followed by despair. However, she felt none of it. 

In fact, she felt a sense of calm wash over her.