Isabella’s POV
It was a tense morning all throughout the stronghold.
I felt it as soon as I walked out of my room.
Servants were whispering.
Guards were more alert than usual.
Warriors spoke in low voices in small groups, but stopped talking as soon as one approached.
Something had happened.
Or, something was to happen.
I was only a few steps down the corridor when I saw Darius heading towards the main courtyard, followed by several warriors holding weapons in their hands.
He was serious in his face.
But that was enough to make my speed increase.
“Darius,” I called.
The commander stopped.
I wondered for a second if he would ignore me.
Instead, he turned.
“My lady.”
“What happened?”
Darius hesitated.
Then he glanced around before lowering his voice.
His Majesty is arresti
