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Heart of Atlantis Chapter 7

In light of the recent attack on Atlantis, a council had been called to order. To show Queen Atlanna the full extent of the surface dwellers brutalism the bodies of those who died were lined up together in the throne room. All were wrapped in cocoons of seaweed to preserve what dignity they had left.

"Invoke the emergency protocols. We must tend to our wounded first," said Queen Atlanna.

Audrina was standing beside her. After the attack she'd immediately gone to her mother to tell her of Orm's treachery. Now she had to keep her composure otherwise Orm would know they were on to him. The pretense had to continue.

"Do you see? Do you see what the surface dwellers are capable of," shouted Orm, passionately. "This is terrorism. No, this is an act of war!" Behind him, the Atlantean officials gathered and voiced their agreement with him. "Our people swim in a cloud of fear of the surfaces. This attack tells us what we already know. The surface world wants us dead. My father distrusted the humans. He saw them as inferior to us. He made plans to cleanse the surface. And I say we break the seal on the Atlantean war plans."

"Yes!"

"No," said Queen Atlanna, rising from the throne. Raising the Trident aloft she expelled a wave of energy from it causing all to fall silent. "War would cause senseless ruin on both sides. However, I hear the fear behind my son's words. Perhaps it is time for our worlds to come together."

"Hersey!"

"But, my Queen, our traditions."

"Have Manta arrange a meeting between myself and this Justice League," commanded Queen Atlanna. "I will broker a peace with them in person."

Orm and Black Manta bowed to her while the rest of the congregation took their leave.

"As you wish, Mother," said Orm, eyes cold and hard.

There was no way he was going to let this go. If the Queen refused to declare war then he would just have to find another way to get what he wanted. He and Manta then excused them like everyone else.

Once they were gone Audrina let her emotions show. "Orm has some nerve. I should've known that was his play. He's been thirsting for war for some time," spat Audrina, teeth gritted. "What are you going to do about him, Mother?"

"Orm has murdered his own people all for selfish gain. I cannot countenance this. He shall be punished accordingly, but now I must address Atlantis. Our people need reassurance after this travesty," said Queen Atlanna.

"What about Arthur," asked Audrina.

"Mera should be bringing him to us soon," said Queen Atlanna. "Shouldn't be much longer now."

Using the Trident's magic Queen Atlanna created images of herself all over the city so that all could receive her message.

"Take heart, my people. This violence was an isolated incident. It is addressed. Our magical safeguards remain intact," assured Queen Atlanna, gently. "Do not fear. All is well."

If only that were true.

Authors Note:

I hope you all like this one! I certainly did while writing it for your vast enjoyment! ;D

For those of you just starting out with my stuff there are other works on my profile that may catch your interest. I highly recommend you take a look as soon as the opportunity presents itself to you. Who knows, you may be pleasantly surprised by what you discover.

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So, in light of all this, it is important to live life to the fullest as much as anyone can.

I know I am. ;) See you guys next time.