It was becoming increasingly obvious that Emily had made herself well-guarded and incredibly strong. We were shocked at how the guards who encountered her were bearing the brunt of her wrath. She tormented them, making their lives miserable, and they returned to the palace with tales of her cruelty and power. This was when Isabella realized she had to be more vigilant than ever.

The reports from the guards were disturbing. Emily’s tactics were ruthless, and her ability to evade capture was almost supernatural. The kingdom was on edge, and the tension was palpable. People whispered about Emily’s growing power and the threat she posed to the throne.

Isabella called...