Lapis was pale at her plan.

"You-"

"I've been plotting this man's demise since I could look him in the eye." She grabbed his hands as she shuddered. "You don't worry about anything. I will take care of this. Just keep an eye on Garret."

"O-okay..."

~

Parchment forced the castle doors open as she marched to the Ruler's Throne. He hesitated as the guards got in front.

"Everyone here shall BURN!"

~

She returned after the new Ruler got settled. Garret was keeping Lapis calm before they looked at the door.

"Nope. I'm not dead. Not this time at least." Lapis ran over and hugged her as she smiled.