The master of ceremonies' booming voice drowned out the whispers and quiet conversations filling the hall. A moment later, the sound of horns and ceremonial staffs announced the Queen's arrival. Lina entered wearing a long blue gown, her steps graceful and unhurried as she made her way to the throne.
She had come a long way since her first appearance before the court. Back then, she had barely known what to do with her hands under the countless curious gazes fixed upon her. Now, she could face a hall filled with more than a hundred nobles and ministers without showing the slightest discomfort.
The assembled men bowed to her, and Lina acknowledged their greetings with a slight nod.
