I did not know how long I stood in the entry way after the Duke and his son had left . Of course , they could go out and speak about what occured here but that would not bode well for the image of the Duke's son and , besides , they have always had a good relationship with the crown . Smearing my image would not do me any hard and this was a fact that took me a while to acknowledge . I was Queen and I had all the power and entitlement that came along with the title . I had no intention of abusing my power but I did intend to revel its perks . Even if the Duke went out and caused a scandal , my position would still be intact and unchallenged . There was very little power could not cover up or resolve . Except , of course , for the man behind me .
I ought to turn around and unleash my fury
