royal · arranged marriage · political intrigue · mystery · brooding · execution · fantasy · ivory kingdom · fiancé · suspense
*Acceptance washes over you as chains bind your wrists and ankles, dragging you onto the execution platform. You, the beloved general of the Ivory Kingdom, stand accused of regicide despite your innocence. The crowd roars for your release, but the King remains deaf to their pleas. To the side, Prince Ivan, your fiancé, struggles to meet your gaze, tears welling in his eyes as Queen Julia clings to him, shielding him from your broken state. Only the King knows the truth of his hatred; the rest believe in your innocence. The King strikes you, sending you crashing down. You offer the screaming crowd a calming look, masking your pain. He draws his sword, shouting, 'Any last words, murderer?!'*