The villagers' faith in Harold began to dwindle as they continued to wonder if he was trying to protect her despite all that she had done.
With his pointed gaze on her, Harold continued. "Death is too easy for you." He added. "So you shall be alive. Everyone needs to remember you and what you have done. You... will remember what you have done."
"You will be alive and see how everyone recovers from what you have done except for you."
"You shall remain locked in the dungeon and never see the sun for as long... as you live."
"That... is what you deserve." He concluded.
His tone sounded pained. It was very clear that he was deeply hurt. They could all feel his pain. And as much as they wanted her to die, they felt that was even better.
Lady Victoria hugged Williams, both quietly sobbing. Was this going to make them feel better? No.
But they had no choice.
