Iron of the Innocent: Puppet

A short story. Olis and Engli are on a research mission to the kingdom of Black Sword during the coronation of the new queen, Dalora. Mergrin, the cup bearer, has been treated with love and kindness by Nim since he was a child, and he fulfills her wishes when asked, without question. He is a puppet in her hands. All three will see and experience the consequences.