The Eternal Queen

Before I realize what he is doing, he slides the blade down my left arm, cutting through the beautiful blue fabric. I grind my teeth together to keep an even face. This is a demonstration of power. I will not give him the satisfaction of weakness. Blood pours out of the wound, sliding down my hand, dripping onto the pristine flooring . My face is frozen in a furious expression.
"Do not bring Coralie out unless you have spoken with me."
He brings the blade to his mouth and licks the blood off.
"Two days."
With that, the crown prince leaves the room.

Ardele is a witch living in a kingdom full of prejudice. There in the kingdom of Clairemont, she is a mercenary. Due to unfortunate events, she is driven out of her home.
With destiny guiding her, she discovers a secret empire, and dives deep into a new world. With new rules. There, in her new life, she discovers hope. Encouragement. Love. But in ways that she does not expect.
There, she discovers happiness that was fated for her. Life continues to spin her life in an elaborate tale, setting forth a destiny Ardele has tried to avoid. She knows who she is. She knows her power.
She is the eternal queen.