The Broken Kingdom

Chapter 1

Today, the castle seems unexpectedly empty. Inside the castle walls, we see a lone figure walking towards the Throne Room. After a couple of minutes of walking, he arrives. As he walks over to the door to open it, he ponders how to tell his King the news. As he reaches the door, he pushes them open and walks in. As soon as he enters the Throne Room, he hears, "Servus, Why have you come here?"

"I have heard some news from the southwest," Servus replies, "it seems that the House of König has risen in power and influence again. They have gained more control over Duskhaven. At the rate they are going, they may soon be one of the most influential Houses in the kingdom."

The King ponders on what was said. He soon replies. "I see. And how should this be handled? Should this be handled delicately, or should more," The King pauses his speech for a moment before continuing, "forceful methods be utilized."

"It seems the only way to quell their rising fame would be to use more forceful methods, sire," responds Servus.

"I see," replies The King, "I will take the appropriate actions against them. You are dismissed." The King then waves his hand, as if motioning for Servus to leave the Throne Room.

"Of course," responds Servus, "I will do as you wish, King Tyrannus." Servus then turns around to leave the Throne Room. As he exits the door, he can't help but wonder how they are to quell the House of König's uprising. He finds the only way to deal with it would be using drastic measures. After all, Wilhelm isn't one of the strongest warriors for nothing. As he gets farther from the Throne Room, he thinks of an idea that may work. He shakes his head, thinking that The King might do it preposterous. He then sighs. "Oh, well. Whatever he does should work. I shall not think up ridiculous ideas and get myself riled up."

After Servus leaves the Throne Room, King Tyrannus ponders what to do. He soon comes up with an idea. He sighs. "The fact that I need to use this is disconcerting, but it seems the only way. It shall do for now," The King says to himself. He soon turns to the left, and yells, "Corvus!" Shortly after, a soldier steps out from the shadows.

"Yes, King Tyrannus?" asks Corvus, questioning why The King has called him.

"I need you to gather the entire Guard," orders Tyrannus, "I will tell you all the details when you have all assembled."

"Yes, King Tyrannus!" Corvus shouts. He salutes and heads off to gather the Guard.

After he leaves, Tyrannus sighs. "This better work, or so help me Lumina."

A couple of hours later, in another city we see a young child running around in the manor halls. He seems to be running away from someone, whether it is from freight or game, has yet to be seen. Shortly after the child passes through the hall, an older man appears. He is running frantically as if looking for something.

"Lord Damon!" the man yells, "Get back here. We need to get you out of here!" After a couple more seconds, the man catches the little boy, now named Damon.

"What's going on?" Damon fearfully questions the old man, "Why are loud noises and smoke rising from the manor?" The man does not respond, thinking of what to say. "Tell me, Kaelor!" the boy yells impatiently.

Kaelor finally responds. "It seems we are being attacked. I don't know who, but we are being attacked, nonetheless. However, it is confusing how they initiated the attack without getting noticed." Kaelor then looks around, searching for the quickest path outside. "We must leave soon," Kaelor finally says, "we do not want you to end up dead, so we must evacuate you."

"But what of my parents?" Damon asks.

"I trust that they will be fine," Kaelor responds, "Lord Wilhelm is strong, so I doubt a small house fire could stop him. Even if the terrorists have stuck around, Wilhelm should be able to at least escape with Lady Adelaide."