Still, Darryl did not panic. He half-smilingly looked at Marshall. “I’ve got to hand it to you, Commander-in-Chief of the garrison. You sure are powerful.”

Marshall ignored him and said to the Queen, “Your Majesty, he is truly despicable. He lied to you about knowing the beast language. I beg Your Majesty to give him the harshest punishment available.”

His eyes were dancing with glee as he said this.

The Queen remained impassive as she gave it some serious consideration. Suddenly, Darryl smi