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As the young prince was led away by the palace guards, a heavy silence fell over the grand chamber. King Adrian's mind raced, torn between disbelief and the weight of the evidence before him. He could hardly fathom that his own blood, his youngest brother, stood accused of such a grave crime.
Queen Liora watched the scene unfold with a mix of concern and sympathy. She knew that this revelation would tear at the bonds of brotherhood that had united the royal family for so long.
The other princes exchanged uneasy glances. Their expressions ranged from shock to sorrow, for they too found it hard to accept that one of their own could be responsible for such a heinous act.
The Minister of Crime and Social Offense wasted no time in convening a council of justices to oversee the young prince's trial. The palace was abuzz with rumors and speculation as the kingdom grappled with the shocking turn of events.
King Adrian, unable to bear the weight of the situation alone, called for a private audience with his brothers. In a secluded chamber within the palace, they gathered to confront the truth.
The second prince, who had been the first to approach the knife, broke the silence. "I never imagined it would come to this, Adrian. To think that our own brother..."
Adrian nodded, his expression heavy with sorrow. "We must allow the justice system to run its course. If he is innocent, he will be cleared of these accusations. If he is guilty, he will face the consequences."
The fifth prince, who had supported the oath of loyalty with reservations, spoke next. "This incident has shaken our family to its core. Our bond of brotherhood must endure, but it will forever be scarred."
As they discussed the matter further, they all acknowledged that their actions from this point forward would shape the fate of their family and the kingdom.
[End of Chapter 16]
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