| “It might be considered an act of a traitor. It certainly will not be looked upon favorably. Perhaps most importantly is that your father’s army may need the help from Splash, but if you decide to go to the Dark Queen and end up getting Splash either captured or killed; it could be the difference between who wins the war.” Buzzy added. “Take some advice from a Dam Duck.” Dan said. “It is admirable you want to save the Dark Queen. What you are missing is that you are being incredibly naive. You have never been corrupted by power and wealth. It is a corruption which is nearly impossible to escape which is why it is so very vital that one stays adamant and viligant in remaining humble, empathetic and ethical. A tall call admitted.” “Your point?” Ozzy impatiently encouraged. “Oh yes. Well point being that when someone has become accustomed to having everything at the snap of their fingers. So much that it is to the point they have hurt others without regard. Well I set aside my personal feelings that evil done should have to face consequences to say that she has little to no empathy, probably even less patience, and as such will never entertain the idea of giving up her immense power for anything. Certainly not for a chance she would be made young again. Because if successful it also means she would be without her wealth, and would be vulnerable to outside influences, many of which would love the chance to inflict pain knowing there would be no retaliation. The Dark Queen isn’t stupid. She would take all that into consideration, assuming you were successful in ever getting the opportunity to pitch this outrageous idea.” next page |  |