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Challenge #01641-D180: According to Prophecy

"It wasn't because of betrayal that I sent you away. It was a matter of insurance. You needed to survive, in case this happened." -- RecklessPrudence

"Mother," said the Rogue Princess, "I'm with the Rebellion. I'm here with the army foretold to end your reign."

"I know," sighed Queen Maliss. "It was foretold. It was also foretold that we would die together if I kept you close to my heart. I know you despise me. And the things I had to do. You will herald a bright new reign... with the greatest change this country had seen."

The Rogue Princess Aiana frowned. "Wait. You did everything because of prophecies?"

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realgirlsgaming:

antonyjohnston:

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chaoswolf1982:

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