Weekend Writing Warriors: Snippet 153- Natalya

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Continuing with Blood of the Empire, we’re back to Natalya, squeezing money and concessions out of the treacherous Princess Viviane.

After drawing up documents forcing Viviane to pay reparations to Terragand for Prince Kendryk’s death, Natalya also drafted a new treaty. Princess Viviane wished to declare neutrality, but Natalya wasn’t having it.

β€œYou must swear to support Terragand in its fight against the empire until the war is completely over. Since we have Teodora in custody I’m sure she’ll sign terms soon,” Natalya said, pushing the paper across the table toward Viviane.

Princess Viviane scanned the document, her face sour, β€œI have no troops to contribute.”

Natalya smiled, saying, β€œMoney is more helpful right now. Since we have plenty of troops, your financial support will be most appreciated. I’ll be sure to remind Princess Maryna that the gods encourage forgiveness, even of the most awful crimes.”

Princess Viviane hesitated, quill in hand, but Natalya stared at her until she signed.

β€œSee? That wasn’t so hard,” she smiled again as Viviane shoved the paper toward her, hatred in her eyes.

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32 Comments on “Weekend Writing Warriors: Snippet 153- Natalya

  1. Oh my, I need to catch up on this series, Christina. I just bumbled into a serious spoiler. πŸ™‚

    But, Teodora is in custody–and that is worth the read even f Kendryk is gone. πŸ™‚

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