"The Sovereign has fallen."
"What…?"
No one could believe it, but—
"He was returning from Zagarh and was ambushed by Eight Eternals."
"S-Six…?"
The man widened his eyes in shock.
"What were Eight Eternals doing together?"
No High Level World had that kind of strength. Plus, Vorran wasn't weak; he was counted amongst the strong Eternals. If those eight Eternals managed to surround and actually kill him without letting him escape, it must mean they weren't weak either.
"They are saying it was a planned ambush."
"Planned…? But no one should know his rout—"
Before the man could even complete his words, he froze as the realization struck him.
Betrayal.
RUMBLE RUMBLE RUMBLE
The entirety of Nocthys went into uproar. The people trembled in fear; many fell in sorrow. Yes, Vorran ruled by fear, but he was a loved Sovereign. He was fair and treated everyone equally. He gave chances to those who showed potential.
Under his rule, many had their lives turn for the better.
But now…
