However, now, the Empress had not only given him and Yvette her blessing, but she had also allowed Darryl to support her as they swam toward the island. The two of them clung to each other during the swim.

What a shame!

The Empress was finally calm. Then, she continued to act cold and aloof toward Darryl. She was also quick with her commands.

"Darryl! Can you not move your hands?"

"Your Majesty, I need to move my hands to swim and paddle; how can I not move them? Would you stop moving a