Delia's POV

The moment Albert's words left his lips, I felt a sudden tightness in my chest, and it was as if my very breath had been snatched away.

I couldn't believe Albert had made such a heartless demand. If Prince Kral followed his words, it meant that either he or I would have to meet our demise.

I yearned to rescue Prince Kral, to save Alen and the valiant soldiers, but did I truly have the courage to make that choice if it meant my own life would be the price to pay?

Numbly, my gaze shifted towards Kral, and I observed that he too was locked in our...