I stood in the dimly lit dungeon, the air thick with the scent of mold and decay. Before me, the traitors knelt, their wrists and ankles bound by heavy chains.

  "Who was behind this rebellion?" I demanded, my voice firm and commanding.

  *Commander Victor Vex* sneered at me, but I could see the fear lurking behind his eyes.

  "We acted alone," he spat.

  I raised an eyebrow. "I doubt that."

  With a nod, I signaled to *Captain Ryker Thane*, who stepped forward, a cruel smile spreading across his face.

  "Let's see how long you last without talking," he growled, his fist connecting with Victor's jaw.

  Victor's head snapped back, blood trickling from his lip.

  "Stop!" I commanded, holding up a hand. "I want answers, not broken bones."

  Captain Thane nodded, his expression apologetic.

  "Please, continue," I said, my eyes locked on Victor.

  Victor's gaze dropped, his voice barely above a whisper.

  "We...we were backed by the Hyen Royal family. They promised us power, wealth, and protection if we overthrew the Leo monarchy."

  I nodded, my mind racing with the implications.

  "When was the rebellion planned to start?" I asked.

  Victor hesitated before answering.

  "End of the year. We were to strike during the Winter Solstice celebrations, when the palace would be at its most vulnerable."

  My eyes narrowed. That was mere months away.

  "What was the extent of the Hyen Royal family's involvement?" I pressed.

  Victor's eyes darted around the room before settling on me.

  "They...they provided us with gold, arms, and strategic guidance. They also promised to send troops to aid us in the rebellion."

  I felt a cold fury spreading through my veins. The Hyen Royal family had been secretly manipulating events within Waltonia, using the traitors to further their own interests.

  As I continued the interrogation, I discovered more startling information. The rebellion had been years in the making, with the Hyen Royal family slowly infiltrating the palace and manipulating key officials.

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  The extent of the betrayal was staggering.

  As I left the dungeon, I couldn't shake the feeling of unease. The palace was still reeling from the discovery of the traitors, and now, we faced an even greater threat: the Hyen Royal family.

  I made my way to the throne room, where my mother, *Queen Lana*, sat, her face etched with worry.

  "Sun, what did you discover?" she asked, her voice trembling.

  I took a deep breath, steeling myself for the conversation ahead.

  "The rebellion was backed by the Hyen Royal family," I said, my voice firm. "They planned to strike during the Winter Solstice celebrations."

  Queen Lana's eyes widened, her face pale.

  "We can't let that happen," she said, her voice resolute. "We must take action."

  I nodded, my mind already racing with strategies.

  "We will, Mother," I said. "We will not let the Hyen Royal family threaten our kingdom."

  Together, we began to formulate a plan, our voices hushed as we discussed the impending threat.

  The palace was on high alert, the Red Lions patrolling the corridors, their eyes watchful for any sign of treachery.

  As the night wore on, I couldn't shake the feeling that we were running out of time.

  The Hyen Royal family would not give up easily, and we had to be prepared to face whatever challenges lay ahead.

  I glanced at Xeona, who stood guard beside me.

  I sat beside my mother, Queen Lana, in the grand throne room, the walls adorned with the proud history of the Leo monarchy. The flickering torches cast shadows on the stone floor, and the crackling of the fire in the hearth was the only sound that broke the silence.

  "Mother, what's going on?" I asked, breaking the silence. "Why is the Hyen Royal family backing the rebellion?"

  Queen Lana's expression turned grave, her eyes clouding with concern. "It's a blood feud, Sun. One that's been brewing for generations."

  I leaned forward, my eyes locked on hers. "Explain."

  Queen Lana took a deep breath, her voice measured. "Your ancestor's sons, King Leo III, killed Prince Arin Hyen, along with their brothers. He refused to hand over his sons to face justice, and instead, chose to go to war."

  I felt a surge of anger, but Queen Lana's hand on my arm steadied me. Her touch was warm and reassuring, but I could sense the tension beneath.

  "That was centuries ago," I said, trying to keep my voice even. "Why continue the feud now?"

  Queen Lana's eyes flashed with concern. "Because the wound never healed. And now, with Princess Sixhonia Hyen, their future queen, they will finally have their revenge."

  I exchanged a glance with Queen Lana, a shiver running down my spine. The name sent a chill through me, and I could sense the weight of history bearing down on us.

  "Princess Sixhonia?" I repeated, my voice barely above a whisper.

  Queen Lana nodded, her expression somber. "Yes, Sun. She's the mastermind behind the rebellion. And from what we've gathered, she's...formidable."

  I raised an eyebrow, intrigued despite myself. "Formidable?"

  Queen Lana nodded, her eyes serious. "She's only 19 years old, but she's already a skilled diplomat, a master of archery, and a brilliant strategist. She's also incredibly beautiful, with natural blue hair and white eyes."

  I felt a shiver run down my spine as I tried to imagine this formidable princess. "That's...impossible."

  Queen Lana's expression turned somber. "I'm afraid it's not, Sun. And there's more. She's excessively cruel and cunning, with a talent for manipulation. She's also...personal."

  I frowned, sensing a deeper meaning behind Queen Lana's words. "Personal?"

  Queen Lana's voice dropped to a whisper, her eyes clouding with pain. "She publicly executed your Uncle Gord, Sun. She fooled him into letting his guard down, captured him alive, and then...executed him."

  My eyes widened in horror as the truth sank in. "That's...monstrous."

  Queen Lana's expression turned grave, her eyes locked on mine. "Yes, Sun. Princess Sixhonia Hyen is a force to be reckoned with. And we need to be prepared to face her."

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