Riding with fate

Chapter 17: Trouble

MONTHS LATER

(Swords clashing) " You have to attack harder for that to work" said Carl mockingly.
"What if that is what I wanted" said Ivy with a smirk.
"..."Carl.
"Gotcha" said Ivy giving Carl a side kick that pushed him far away.
"She's surely better than me now" said Matt who was standing watching the two spar.
"Of course" said Ivy with a raised brow.
"Carl, we are in trouble" said Amber who came up n running.
"There she is" said a voice from outside and then court officials entered the training room.
"What's going on" confused, Carl asked.
"Carl, do you know what has happened or you have been too consumed by that which" said the head official.
"What are you talking about" said Carl
"Your father is dead Carl" said the official.
At that moment, Carl felt the world start spinning and his legs weaken.
"Carl"Ivy's voice brought him back to reality.
"And that witch is responsible for his death" said the official.
"What makes you say so" asked Carl. "This "said the official pushing an old lady forward.
"That's the prophetess "said Carl.
"The sun sets and the moon dies out. When the dust goes down, her face comes out and the world will bow before her" said the woman.
"That thing is not clear" said Carl.
"Seize her" said the official and palace guards surrounded them.
"Stop, this is a misunderstanding" said Carl pushing Ivy behind him protectively.
" I wouldn't want to fight you" he said as he pointed his sword at the  guards.
"Your highness, don't side with a high ranking criminal" said the official.
"She, is, not, a, criminal "Carl said almost barking.
There was silence as everyone thought of what to do.
"I'll go with you" Ivy broke the silence.
"Ivy!" Said Carl, Matt and Amber who were surrounding Ivy with their swords drawn.
As much as Ivy knew she was innocent, she didn't want to see Carl go down with her. That is why she chose to hand herself over with out a fight.
"Carl.., I..I am innocent, so there is no use of fighting. Am sure I'll get out of this" said Ivy as she stood in front of Carl.
"Ivy you can't go to prison. Moreover for killing a king, things won't end well" said Carl worriedly.
"Why don't you just help me prove my innocence" said Ivy taking Carl's hands.
"They will torture you"said Carl tears crowding in his eyes.
"It's okay, just focus on getting me out. Okay" said Ivy cupping Carl's face.
"What are you waiting for " said the official and the guards grabbed Ivy.
Carl held her hands not wanting to let  go.
"I love you "Ivy whispered.
"I love you to" Carl said as a tear streamed down his check.