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Pride goeth before destruction

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LIORA'S POV

All eyes in the banquet hall seems to be glued to our table, even though the Emperor hasn’t even shown his perfect face yet. I use the time to nibble my food, trying to fill up before Mr. Intimidating arrives. Heather and Violette looks like they are in a silent competition of who has more grace and beauty. Heather's back is so straight she can balance a sword on her shoulders. Across the table, Violette adjusts her purple dress, to make sure everyone, especially the Emperor, will get a good view of her, well, “assets.”

It is maddening, sitting here watching them both go after something the goddess already has rightfully given me. And they don’t seem to feel the tiniest bit embarrassed about it.

Heather’s face suddenly lite up,“There he comes,” she yelps, barely containing her excitement. I turn around just in time to see the grand doors open and the Emporer stride in, flanked by his usual four guards.

Heather straightens, even more, if possible, shoulders so high and st
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