It was early in the morning when I woke up to the sound of our servants knocking on the door. They had brought us breakfast and reminded me that my training was scheduled to begin in half an hour. Since Naiyah was still feeling unwell, I decided not to wake her and asked two servants to look after her, remain in the room, and not allow anyone else to enter. After making certain that she was safe, I went to the palace grounds, which was located behind the crown prince's chambers. From there, you could see the entire city very well. I went there and encountered the general, the king, my brothers, my sisters, my mother, and her brother. There were also several others whom I did not know or had never heard of. In the middle of the grounds was a circle drawn with cow's blood. I could smell

