1)
The queen’s guards wore the latest and most expensive matching armor, blued and gleaming and impressive. They were all tall and broad-shouldered and burly.
Except for one, a short stooped man with a sly smile and a limp.#epic fantasy— Ed Greenwood (@TheEdVerse) June 11, 2018
2)
“Ah, Your Majesty,” the visiting envoy from the emperor murmured, “yon bodyguard…patronage appointment? Kin?”
The queen smiled. “Having chosen for looks and size, I had to have at least one for…royal utility.”
The envoy’s eyebrows rose. He looked at her.#epic fantasy— Ed Greenwood (@TheEdVerse) June 11, 2018
3
The royal smile widened. “Yes, Lord Envoy, THAT is indeed what I meant. It’s GOOD to be queen.
And how are you at…utility, my Lord? Personally?”
For the first time since his arrival, the envoy looked uncomfortable.
The queen’s eyes danced. “Welcome to my…realm.”#epic fantasy— Ed Greenwood (@TheEdVerse) June 11, 2018