Everyone was astonished—and quietly entertained. Never had anyone stood against the Prince with such unflinching defiance.
Princess Dhara was strictly forbidden from leaving the Palace. Security doubled overnight.
Her own family was furious. They tried to reach her, but she avoided her chambers, sensing they would come. She wandered the corridors seeking a moment of peace—only to find guards everywhere. Eyes watched her from every direction.
Soon, her parents found her.
“Princess Dhara, wait,” her father snapped. “Is this what we taught you? To bring disgrace upon your family?”
His raised voice drew attention. The King, Queen, their children, ministers, and guards gathered.
“Why are you behaving like this?” her mother asked, distressed.
“Come,” her brother said, grabbing her wrist.
