The aide led a small group into the throne room where Queen Nina was meeting with the ambassador from Earth.
"Your majesty, I present to you the leaders of the southern tribes", announced the aide.
"Thank you, you may return to to your duties", Queen Nina instructed.
"Yes your majesty", the aide respectfully replied and withdrew from the throne room.
Queen Nina, turned her attention to the tribal leaders. "My elders you are welcome. Please be seated", Queen Nina invited with a wave of a hand gesturing to the empty seats of the absent council members. The group set, joining the ambassador at the at oblong table.
"My elders what may I do for you?", asked Queen Nina.
An elderly tribal leader seating across from the ambassador spoke up, "your majesty we seek autonomy from the crown for our regions".
"Why, has the crown done something to offend you?"