Chapter 1: The Betrayal of a Trusted Man
It was a windy night. The rain was pouring down heavily on the ground. A flash of lightning struck through the dark sky, illuminating the surroundings for a few seconds.
The thunder kept rumbling continuously, and the branches of trees swayed vigorously in the strong wind.
Anna tossed and turned on her soft bed. Her night’s sleep was disturbed by the inclement weather. She opened her eyelids as the roaring thunder deafened her ears.
Unlike usual, the surrounding was engulfed in total darkness. She rubbed her eyes a few times and noticed that not even a glint of light was on.
"Why is it so dark? Where’s the light?" Anna murmured.
Although it was late at night, the servants usually would have left a few lamps on until dawn. She quickly rose and looked around.
Sudden rushing footsteps coming from the door caught her attention.
Who could that be at this late hour of the night?
The door was pushed open hastily by the hands of the middle-aged nanny.
"Princess! Run! Save your —"
’Thudd!’