43:The king's crown has fallen

Outside, the throne bustled with activity, which left the royal page confused. He looked to the people seeking an audience with the king and wondered what chaos their visit brought.

Following the order of power, he announced their presence. "My king, her Majesty the Queen, Her Grace, the Duchess of Eldoria, and the Royal Mistress seek an audience with you!"

The announcement reached the king's ears and he broke into cold sweat. The most powerful three women of Sevigoria were at his doorstep wishing to see him, and he couldn't think of a reason why.

He waved his hand at Seskel, the man knew what orders to give to the guards outside the door. "Let the queen enter," he ordered.

Queen Rosalyn glared scornfully at Mistress Diane; she didn't react to the permission immediately and thought to exchange a few words with the frail-looking woman.

"How's your son?" she asked, poking at Mistress Diane's fresh wounds.