The Scarred King's Return

The town gave Chrysilix and his changelings a significant discount on everything that they bought, the mayor wanted to simply give away the things that they needed but Chrysilix refused to accept without some form of payment for the supplies. They finished shopping at midday and with many thanks and goodbyes, the six changelings began to walk back to their hive. It was near sunset when they reached the entrance to the hive and with a bit of difficulty, they managed to get all the supplies inside. Finally, they reached the throne room where most of the changelings had gathered, and as expected Chrysalis was sitting on her throne-like a dragon on a treasure hoard. “I bring good news Chrysalis,” Chrysilix said as he dropped his disguise, his clear voice became garbled with the buzzing that was common for his race.

“That’s Queen Chrysalis, and I’m grateful for your efforts to our hive.” She buzzed from her throne, her tone said that she was pleased but her eyes told a different story. Her eyes told a story of fear and treachery with a hint of malice on top, because of this Chrysilix decided to trust her eyes over her words.

“You are the same rank as me. I can call you by your name as you can call me by mine. You also led your hive to near ruin so consider this a bit of your punishment Chrysalis.” He buzzed with a hint of annoyance before turning to the supplies that he and his borrowed changelings had gathered. “We have gathered a lot of grain-based food as well as many vegetables, we also gathered enough love to feed the hive for a little bit, however, we will need to get more.” Chrysilix then turned back to Chrysalis quickly noticing that many changelings were now drooling and those that weren’t were cheering. Chrysalis had a look of fear on her face that quickly became shadowed by the look of anger that appeared silencing all of the changelings that were celebrating.

“I think it is about time to settle a problem that this hive now faces. Only one royal changeling can rule at one time and it seems like you covet the throne.” As she finished saying this her horn lit up with a dark green light and she took a defensive stance.