'Heinz actually told them he didn't need a queen anymore?' Florian blinked, the thought sinking in heavily. 'I mean… I figured. He only ever wanted a queen to find out who killed him, that was clear enough. But… to say it outright to the princesses?'
That was new. Unsettling, even.
"Of course, it came as a surprise to everyone considering what happened." Scarlett shrugged as she leaned back in her chair, arms raised lazily.
"They were not happy. Camilla, especially—she was fuming. Mira and Bridgett seemed more composed, but you could tell it made them question everything. Like, what's even the point of being here anymore?"
"I-I do wonder, though..." Athena murmured as she cradled her teacup, her voice soft and hesitant. "If His Majesty isn't looking for a queen anymore and says he has no interest in us whatsoever... then why are we still here?" She looked down into her tea. "Not that I mind he doesn't call on us anymore. I just…"
In the middle of taking a sip, Florian choked.
