Thread: Brave New World (Razgriz x darkangel76)

Helena paced back and forth, her hands balled into tiny fists by her sides while her thoughts darkened with each and every step she took. She looked at the two men who stood guard with her. Good men, trustworthy men...so far. She narrowed her gaze, her eyes turning into sapphire slits as she looked them over, sizing up their reactions. The echo of her footsteps were enough to drive her mad as time rolled on, each second that passed, another moment of no answers, of her wondering what was to become of her Anselm, of people like Charles Vincent getting away with attempted murder. Murder. That was exactly what someone had tried to commit here. It was treason! And that meant whoever was behind it deserved not just death, but the worst sort of death imaginable. For they hadn't just tried to kill their king, but a good man, one who was trying to ease their minds andas much as she loathed itgive snakes like Charles benefit of the doubt. The venom coursing through Helena's veins was enough to burn, scorching her insides to the point where she wanted to scream. Unclenching her fists, she felt a sting on her palms from where her nails had bit into her flesh. Scowling, she just clutched the material of her gown, gossamer threads that made her look like something ethereal, almost angelic. How it contrasted with the grim thoughts running wild through her mind. Vincent, Helena spat under her breath, the worry evident as she continued to pace. When the doctor finally showed up and approach her along with both Sevin and Constabil, she took a deep breath, trying her best to compose herself. Helena let out a soft sigh, her face the picture of regal calm as she listened to the doctor speak of surgeries and other medical jargon. Again, she glanced at her two new bodyguards, gauging their reactions, trying to read their thoughts, their expressions... anything to gain insight. Thank you, doctor, Helena said softly, sweetly, her face going soft. You've done well and your efforts are appreciated. Her expression appeared thoughtful, though the worry was evident. Though, if you excuse me, I need to speak to my guards, she added with a smile. When Helena was finally alone with both Sevin and Constabil, she furrowed her brow and flicked her blonde hair over her shoulder. Salty tears started to well in her eyes and she quickly wiped them away. Sniffling a little, she gave both men a tiny gesture, signaling they give her a moment as she composed herself. Once ready, she cleared her throat, inhaled and exhaled as evenly as possible. Glancing back and forth between the two men, she pursed her lips before licking them, her head shaking as if she knew something, was troubled. I warned Anselm. I... Helena's voice trailed, fresh tears welling in her eyes as she brought a hand to her face. I should have been more forceful. She allowed herself a tiny cry, but shook it off. After all, she was the Queen and she would not stand for this outrage. As it was, she knew there were those who needed to pay for what they'd done. Now... now it was even clearer, just how far they'd go to see their plans realized. It made her blood boil, her skin crawl. She looked at both Sevin and Constabil and took a shaky breath. I think I know who was behind this, she said. At least in part. Setting her jaw, her hands clenched back into fists once more, she stated without a shred of doubt, Charles Vincent. At that she paused. He's been planning a revolution for a long time and no one, not even a friend, will stop him from getting what he wants. Not unless we do. More tears spilled down her pale cheeks. This isn't the first time I've seen an innocent injured because of him and it won't be the last. Not so long as he breathes! Helena's blue eyes fluttered shut, her hands moving to cover her face. Oh Anselm! Helena cried. Looking at Sevin and Constabil, her eyes pleaded. As your Queen, I need you to accompany as I pay a visit to an...an old friend. A sneer played on her lips as she thought of Charles, the horrible way in which he'd treated her, left she and her father both desperate and destitute, how he'd turned her in and betrayed her in every way imaginable. But the time had come to put this to an end. Justice needed to be served and she would see it done.