Vicar was a man of action, bred for the clash and clangor of swords, the thrill of an impending duel. He held little patience for courtly intrigues and political machinations.
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While we might have also lost Sophia, the price they paid with the death of their child is a fitting retribution."
Queen Oda openly assessed Elder Cryica, who kept her bowed head. "Isn't that right, Elder Cryica?"
"Of course, Your Majesty. I have only carried out the commands you have given me," replied Elder Cryica, managing to maintain a firm tone in her trembling voice.
The shared knowledge of their unspeakable acts sent shivers down Cryica's spine as she stood there, acknowledging her role in the dark series of events.
As the weight of her actions bore down on her, she prayed for the strength to continue protecting the healer girls and for the light to pierce through the darkness that enveloped her soul.
