The Bastard Queen ✔

XI.

Katherine’s P.O.V.

“What happened to your hair, Katherine?” Isla asked, once she entered the living room

“I cut it,” Katherine said, running her hand through her bob hair

“Why?” Isla asked, staring at Katherine

“She has to have a disguise,” Ro said, walking into the room

“Why would she need a disguise, Ro?” Isla asked, her hands on her hip

“She’s Queen Katherine,” Ro announced

“Ro, stop playing around. It’s just a coincidence,” Isla said, groaning

“Mom, think about it. Katherine showed up when Queen Katherine died and wanted to talk to Duchess Kila today,” Ro said

“Even if she was, Queen Katherine, then who was in the coffin?” Isla asked

“It was closed coffin, correct?” Katherine asked

“Yes,” Isla said

“There wasn’t a body in there or even if there was, it would be a dead person, but they wouldn’t let that happen,” Katherine said

“I still don’t believe any of this,” Isla said, walking out of the room

“‘Bless has been upon us as the plague percentage have decline. We are still looking for a vaccine, but let this make you fear the disease. I and the council have decided to make an area for the infected, so no one else will become infected in the city,’ I remember getting backlash because of what I did. It caused a riot and of course the protesters had to release the infected and the plague infected more people in the city,” Katherine said, shaking her head at the memory

“You could’ve heard that speech when she s-” Katherine stood and raised her shirt

A crown with a J, forever engraved into her skin. Isla’s eyes widened when she saw it.

“Every heir born of a King or Queen must be engrave with a crown with royal parent’s initial.” Katherine stated

“Why do you want to talk to Duchess Kila?” Isla asked

“She could possibly help me, but she might snitch on me as she only cares about her reputation and money.” Katherine said, releasing her shirt

“Duchess Kila, doesn’t like you as she calls you horrible names.” Isla said

“I know once I decline her stepson, she would be like that, but Isla do you believe me?” Katherine asked

“Of course, I do.” Isla said, doubt in her eyes

“I can see behind your eyes, you don’t believe me being Queen Katherine. I can assure you, I knew you wouldn’t.” Katherine said, shrugging her shoulder

“I want to believe it, but it’s difficult.” Isla said, lowering her head

“I understand, but as for now, I want to work with you.” Katherine said

“Why?” Isla asked

“I’m used to working and I don’t want to be staying here for free.” Katherine said

“You are helping me by taking care of Ro.” Isla said

“I want to be more of help.” Katherine said, standing

“What you can do for me is to stay seated and to take care of Ro.” Isla said

“Fine then, but can you ask the head maid if there are any positions that are empty.” Katherine said