The Scoundrel's Daughters

Tripping - Trapping

Dina

Tanya fall asleep peacefully but I couldn't wrap my mind around what happened today. The queen was awake most of the time but only her eyes moved telling us that she was still inside. I felt terrified when the following day we visited her along with Isaac. Tanya in my appearance cried gracefully and she held the queen's hand saying softly.

- Oh my dear Queen! This is exactly what I was afraid of! But fear not! I'll help Isaac find the culprit! - I could tell by the look in the queen's eyes that she was suspicious about Tanya, but she couldn't tell a word which frustrated her. Isaac put his hand on Tanya's shoulder and tried to calm her.

- Lady Rankin, it might be thanks to your warning that my mother, despite being in this state, is still alive. Thank you for your help and concerns my lady. - he said kissing Tanya's hand which caused the queen's eyes widen in anger. A maid arrived and gave the message for Isaac that a few elders arrived to discuss the winter budgets. He excused himself and left us alone with the queen.

- Close the door. - Tanya said and I s**t the door close, guarding it. That moment my sister did something unexpected again. Her hair turned black, her eyes into their unique grayish hue and she caressed the queen's face with a wicked smile.

- Well hello my queen! Don't bother sitting up! Are you surprised? - she asked and I saw the anger in the queen's eyes.

- How does it feel to be powerless even when you have the authority? Hm? It must be pretty annoying isn't it? But fear not! I'll take good care of your husband and son. Soon you'll see, what real power means. - a tear escaped from the queen's eyes and Tanya wiped it off before she turned back into my appearance again.

- Let's go Sissy! We have hell of a lot work to do! In the end, the kingdom won't overthrow itself! - we headed out and I closed the door behind us. We walked through the long corridors, but suddenly Tanya stopped and pulled me into an empty room. She made sure no one was hearing us, before she spoke.

- Are you afraid of me Sissy? - the question got me out of guard. Am I afraid of my little sister? The one I changed diapers for, the one I read tales at night. I helped her to learned to walk and speak as well and we tried to cover every mischief she did along with Finn.

- I'm not afraid. Surprised, mostly. I didn't know you had this side of yours as well, and this one is really different from the Tanya I know. Furthermore, I also understand that this particular situation requires this version of yours. So, I'm here to help and to make sure to keep reminding you who you are, so when everything is over, we can get our Tanya back. - She smiled and sighed with relief.

- That's exactly what I wanted to hear! - she said giving me a brief hug and we continued our way to the office Isaac was sitting in. He looked troubled with all the documents piling around him and smiled as soon as he noticed us.

- Lady Rankin! - Tanya bowed slightly and in a soft girlish voice, which I had no idea I could make, she said.

- Sorry to disturb you, Prince Isaac! - he stood up and shook his head.

- You could never disturb me! Please come in! Would you like some tea? - Tanya shook her head.

- No thank you, I only came to see if there was anything I could help you with. I learned a lot about the management of our territory from my father as I was his sole heir for a long time. - Isaac looked pensive for a moment.

- I really shouldn't let you touch these documents my lady even if I'd love to receive your help. - Tanya looked at her hands that gripped onto her pink skirt.

- Of course, I understand. I don't even know why I thought it other way. I'm sorry for my negligence! Let's go Diana. - she said and turned her back to Isaac.

- Wait a minute Lady Rankin! - Tanya smiled with her usual mischievous grin and turned around forcing a fat tear into her eyes.

- Please don't be hurt. - Isaac said with worry seeing Tanya's tear.

- I'm not... I understand that I haven't earned your trust your Highness. Please, excuse me. - she hurried out of the room and I followed her, but not without taking a last glance at Isaac who looked totally destroyed. We headed back to our room and Tanya wiped her tears.

- Did fall in the trap? - she asked and I shook my head.

- Seriously Tanya... You are waisting your talents on being a witch. You should be an actress instead! He is head over heels for you.

- Splendid! Sissy, fortify your stomach, because soon your time will come! When it does, you'll have to resist the urge to puke or hit Isaac in the face.

- What do you mean? - Tanya shrugged.

- I have no idea how to f**k up legal documents without being caught immediately! That's your specialty! - I laughed at her and felt my palms itching. Finally my time will come!