No one could have possibly guessed what was really happening to several of the Empire's most notable figures while the rest of the population debated about them endlessly.
While people argued about privilege, influence, and dramatic shifts in social standing, the so-called privileged were currently bent sideways, half-kneeling on uneven rocks, awkwardly perched on ledges, or outright floating in the air with the help of spiritual tendrils.
And dignified was certainly not the word that best described their current state.
In fact, if anyone had walked in without context, it would have looked like a very poorly coordinated group exercise session.
But to one sparkling little princess, it was the funniest thing she had ever seen.
Princess Nina giggled openly as D-29 hovered nearby, calmly issuing prompts with the seriousness of a professional director.
"A little to the left, Your Highness. Yes. Perfect. Please hold the flower gently. Remember, it is larger than your head."
