The Lost World Of Victa

Chapter 18: The Queen

I hear a knock on the door, and Trixie's soft voice, "Master, Head Guard Marcos Raimond is here to see you."

Jameson sighs, "Let him in."

Raimond walks in, a few guards escorting him, and heads to Jameson. He sees me and Kyler, and is a tad surprised.

"My lord," he speaks respectfully, "Queen Laverna would like to speak with you."

Jameson nods, though his eyes sparkle with surprise, "I would be honored to speak with my Queen."

Marcos clarifies, "Queen Laverna would like to meet Lillian and Kyler too. She would like to speak to you through a video chat. Do you have a room for that?"

Jameson smirks and rolls his eyes, "Of course we do. Follow me."

Kyler looks nervous as he starts to follow and I grab his hand to comfort him as we walk down the halls, following Jameson. Every few minutes he glances at us and grimaces, upset that we are holding hands, but trying to be my friend. I smile.

We walk into a room with a circular table and a big screen. There's a bunch of knobs and buttons and chairs circling the table. Jameson sits down in a chair facing the screen, and Kyler and I sit down next to him. Marcos comes over and speaks to Jameson.

I twiddle my thumbs nervously. I'm actually going to be meeting Laverna. How will I be able to control myself? I'm a rebel. Kyler looks and sees the fear in my eyes.

He whispers gently into my ear, "Everything will be fine. You're amazing."

The screen flickers and Laverna's face appears. Her red eyes land on Jameson and a grin crawls across her face. Her green hair is down around her shoulders, and I can see the beauty she used to have.

"Hello Lord Morrighan," She says, and I shudder. Her voice is deadly, beautiful and cruel.

Jameson bows his head and so does Kyler. I follow suit.

Jameson speaks, "My queen, why did you summon us?"

Laverna grins, "I was interested in Trace's friends. He doesn't have any, so I was just curious if you were special."

I avert my eyes. He's friends with me. I'm not sure what makes me so interesting. Except maybe my magic? Maybe he can sense it? No. I'd have been turned in if that were the case.

I hear Laverna ask Jameson a question and he answers. She does the same thing with Kyler. I'm too lost in thought. Does she know? Has she already figured it out? Is she going to tell them my secret so they hate me?

Lily.

Lily.

"Lily?"

I gasp.

Everyone is staring at me, trying to get my attention.

Laverna speaks, "Lillian, are you alright?"

For a minute, she seems almost motherly and I can see an echo of who she used to be.

I bow my head and nod, "Yes, I am wonderful your majesty."

I look up and stare into her red whirlpools. She stares into my swirling lakes and sighs, as I don't back down.

"I like your spirit, Lillian. You seem strong. Brave. You seem like a leader. Are you very popular at your school?"

I giggle and shake my head, "No. Not at all, your majesty. Infamous, maybe, but not popular."

She looks puzzled. "Infamous?"

"Well, half of my family and my two childhood friends are serving you in the Capital. Some think that having been so close to so many sacrifices does not bode well."

She clicks her tongue. "Whom do you speak of?"

"My father is a Reaper, and my sister and two best friends train under Prince Trace," I explain carefully, not trying to reveal too much.

She nods, satisfied with my answer. "How did you get Kyler and Jameson to get along?"

"What do you mean, your majesty?"

"The son of traitors and the son of nobility. Sitting side by side, all thanks to the daughter of a traitor turned loyal. How?"

"I don't think it really has to do with our parents your majesty. I think our personalities just get along if you can look past our family. Or maybe I'm just really cool," I smile playfully. I really think it's because of The Keeper, but I don't dare tell her that.

"Well, I think that's all the questions I have. I have duties to attend to. Thank you for your service," Laverna says, and the screen goes black. I close my eyes and sigh.

I hear Jameson escort Marcos out and it's just me and Kyler.

"You did great!" He encourages and I smile weakly. Today had been so exhausting.

"Can we head home now?"

I feel arms around me and I open my eyes. Kyler has picked me up and is carrying me out. I wave goodbye to Jameson as Trixie leads us out of the servant's entrance. I lean into Kyler.

"Thank you, Ky," I sigh, caressing his chest.

"Of course Lil," he says, ruffling my hair. We arrive home and I open the door and see Cameron, Connor, and Mom all staring at me and Kyler.

Kyler sets me down and Mom rushes up to me. "Is everything alright?"

I nod, "Yeah I'm just tired. But I know Conor and Cameron are dying to know what's going on, so I'll explain before I head to bed to take a nap."

Connor speaks first, "What happened to you in ET?"

"Before I answer that, I need to know something," I say.

Cameron looks eagerly into my eyes, "What do you need to know?"

I sigh, "I need to know if I can trust you. I need you to promise me that what I tell you, you won't tell anyone else."

Connor scratches his head, "I wouldn't betray you Lily, but why? Could we get in trouble?"

I look and Kyler and he seems nervous. I nod, "Yes you could."

"I'll take that risk. We're friends Lily," Cameron says, lightly slamming his fist onto the table.

We glance at Connor and he nods, "I'll stand by you. I promise."

"Okay," I breathe, relieved. "So, the reason I acted like that in ET is because I was having a vision. I get these visions of the past, present, or future at random times, though usually they're triggered by something. They've only been happening since Kyler arrived, and they happen because I've been chosen. There is this magical being named the Keeper who keeps the world in balance and she has chosen me to be her champion. She gives me these visions to help and guide me. I'm also able to do magic. I created fire and shot a ball of magic," I ramble, saying everything in one breath.

Mom looks at me, "You did magic?"

Conor and Cameron are in a trance, still trying to decipher what I said. I look at Kyler and he smiles reassuringly. "Lily is going to go take a nap. I'll try to answer any questions you have, 'kay?"

I mouth thank you to Kyler and head to my bedroom. My life has erupted into chaos these past few weeks.

I go into my bedroom and change into my PJs, and crawl into bed. I'm excited. I'm gonna start training with Silvaria. I'll be able to control my magic and visions. I'll go visit her tomorrow and we'll set up a schedule. The future is going to be great.

My eyes close and I drift off to sleep.