Chapter 167

“If they will not fight for her, what makes you think they might fight for me?” she asked, her voice low but still laced with resentment.

“Because they believe in you. They know that you are fair and that you would never expect them to do anything without proper compensation.”

“What if I can’t? What if the reason my mother isn’t paying them is because we do not have the funds?” Was it possible the queen was just in a difficult position because of the failure of the crops in some provinces and the depletion of the mines in others?

“I don’t think that’s the case. With a proper army, we wouldn’t have to send funds across our borders. Then, you would have the money to pay them. Not to mention, I am convinced Rona is hoarding gems and other valuables.”

Kit pondered that statement for a moment. It wasn’t the first time he’d mentioned it. “I wouldn’t put it past her, but I’m not sure why.”