"I don't see what's so hard about it," she remarked flippantly, elbows akimbo as she rested her curled hands against her hips. "I already know that none of us are perfect, and that I've got many flaws of my own. If anything, this will help me overcome those flaws so I can be a better ruler of my people."

Clearly she'd never seen what could happen in these kinds of situations, or she wouldn't be so dismissive. Natalia seemed to be overflowing with confidence, smiling cheerfully as she was honestly quite happy to have so many people arrive to help her. Their kindness was truly touching.

"Thank you for coming," she said, her voice softer as she clasped her hands together. "I know we've only just met, but I think that may make it easier somehow. You don't seem like the type who gets offended easily."