The third point of view:
Akim could sense that Fiona was seriously considering Anika's words. Although the thought of being in-laws with Fiona deeply upset him, he had to go along with the act if that would save his life.
Who was Anika kidding? In-law or not, Fiona would still go to trial for the crimes she has committed.
"Just drop the gun, mother. Please." Anika pleaded, dropping her own gun. She stepped away from Akim, giving her mother a chance to trust her. She couldn't kill Fiona but she can't let her kill Akim as well.
"I'm sorry, Anika, but what you wish for only happens in fairy tales," Fiona said and was just about to pull the trigger when gunshots escalated from God knows where and two guards at their side dropped to the ground instantly.
Akim, Anika, and Fiona's gaze connected and they knew t that moment, the royal guards were here. And they were here for Akim.
