Vesalipolis is a Changeling who tried out to become a jaeger, but failed. Due to the upcoming plans Chrysalis has made, Vesalipolis was promoted to queen, and immediately given a hive. After laying her third egg, Vesalipolis is greeted by three Changelings, being pursued by soldiers. Who are these Changelings? Why are they being hunted?

Written for the 2019 EaW competition.