"You cannot leave, Prince Orig. You are accused of bringing one of your knights who carries the plague, which has now spread across the kingdom. The law will be enforced upon you. Come with me to your cell," the guard's voice echoed in Taya's mind. She had come to speak with Orig, hoping he would allow her to stay for just a week to settle things.
"Wait, you can't take him. This isn't a crime!" Taya protested, chasing after the guards as Orig, calm and composed, was led away. This was the first time she had seen him so silent.
A massive figure blocked her path: King Arthur. His veins were bulging as he spoke. "All of this is because of your scheming. I know you're behind this cursed disease, making it seem like the general governor spread it by sending infected people to the Tulip Kingdom—just to kill my husband," Taya quickly gathered her courage to confront the tyrant.
