Regus

The politics in Antis were known all over the world for being founded on dramatics and flair. Newscasters from different countries delivered daily reports as the world watched in anticipation as the Great Four families pulled strings, tore down reputations, and even included international political figures in order to ensure that their Champion would become the next Regus. To the world, it was almost like a cleverly staged reality TV show, but the repercussions of the wrong Champion winning would threaten the balance that Antis had long sought to create.

Edith Arias was a woman that grew up loved, respected, and instructed to do whatever it took to ensure 'the end goal'. Her father had been the prime example of clawing your way to the top when he launched his own business in Antis, and Edith planned to do exactly that.

However, the chance of grabbing the Regus throne and securing the country's stability all lay in her ability to win the heart of strongest Champion: Benedict Malucci.

An easy enough feat, she was sure.

Edith would be more than just a pawn; she would be a Queen.

*** This story is a completely rewritten version of my first published story: The Crown Formality. However, nearly everything in the story has changed as I have developed myself as a writer and hope to give my first characters the recognition and character development that they deserve.