The plan was cunning, but it was beyond risky and hovering over the boundaries of foolish recklessness. It would take only one wrong step for the kingdom to fall apart like dominos, one city dragging down the other.
"You are flying too close to the sun, your majesty," Arthur made his opinion known after he heard the king's words. "If I didn't believe in your abilities, I would not have asked to be your advisor. However, even I think it is reckless, and I am not the one to judge."
"There are measures in place to prevent such a scenario," King Solomon was as tranquil as a lake. "The current threat is manageable, as we can take care of the Mernars. However, the situation can be reversed if we pretend that we cannot."
"Manageable? A town full of people was turned into statues," Arthur clenched his fist, a bubbling rage appearing in his heart. "You should know that the Mernars aren't fighting us without reason."
"I am aware," the king nodded.
