Author's pov.

Silas stood at the center of the meeting hall, he had been called for a trial. Sir Patrick sat far across the meeting hall as he nodded his head assuringly.

“We are discussing the defiance of Silas Deane” an old man jiggle the bell.

“Silas”. A man stood up as he approached forward. “You have been charged for opposition of power and defiance to the authorities”. He explained.

“Do you have defendant?” Another elder asked.

“That would be me”. Richard raised his hand as he stepped forward. “I am Silas defendant”.

“How could you be his defendant?” He scoffed. “You were the one who made a rule that...