Maer gave the order to arrest Wendy, the other family members closed in, their eyes filled with determination and a sense of duty. Yenza, his anger still smoldering, stepped forward, ready to take action. Howl clenched his fists with an unwavering glare of anger, prepared to carry out his mother's command. Liona, fueled by her lioness spirit and her unwavering desire to assert dominance, demanded more than mere arrest.

With a fierce growl in her voice, Liona's eyes blazed with a wild fire.

"Arresting her won't be enough," she declared, her voice carrying an edge of ferocity. "Wendy must face the consequences of her betrayal. She has disgraced our family and tarnished our name by aiding a Criminal! We cannot let her roam freely without kicking her ass."

Wendy's heart pounded in her chest as she assessed the situation. She knew that resisting would only lead to more pain and conflict. Reluctantly, she raised her hands in surrender

"I won't fight!"

Wendy locks eyes with Maer one last time. Instead of sorrow, what she sees there is a coldness in Maer's gaze, devoid of any trace of empathy or remorse. Their eyes meet, and in that fleeting moment, Wendy senses the depth of Maer's betrayal and the sheer determination to carry out their harsh judgment.

Without a word, Wendy allowed herself to be escorted away, her spirit heavy with grief, anger, and an unwavering belief in her own ideals. As she was led away, her thoughts turned to Purgus. She hoped he was atleast out of the area.

Before they arrived at the Royal Jail, King Utsu Returned from his trip, although missing a Queen Xinia. King Utsu immediately assessed the situation of the Kingdom, and makes his way towards the group who had made it out to the streets and were heading to the jail.

King Utsu arrived on the scene, his presence commanded attention and respect. The Celeston family, caught off guard by his unexpected return, quickly composed themselves, their expressions turning from determination to surprise and then anticipation.

King Utsu's eyes scanned the scene, taking in the tense atmosphere and the presence of his family members. His gaze settled on Wendy, who stood with her hands raised in surrender, surrounded by her own kin who had turned against her.

"Explain to me what is happening here," King Utsu commanded, his voice filled with Surprising Authority to the Celeston family.

While everyone else within the family were still stunned by the unanticipated Arrival, Maer stepped forward, a smirk only briefly appearing on her face before she takes her steps toward him, her voice having a slight tinge of urgency.

"My King, Wendy has betrayed our family. She has chosen a path that goes against our ideals and has been aiding a criminal in the process. We must take action to uphold our honor and the stability of our kingdom."

King Utsu listened attentively, his expression unreadable. He glanced at Wendy, his eyes filled with concern. "Wendy, is this true? "Have you truly betrayed your own family and our kingdom? I need to understand the reasons behind these allegations. What could drive you to such actions? And who is this criminal you've been accused of aiding? Speak, Wendy. The truth will guide our path forward."

Wendy's heart raced as all eyes turned to her, awaiting her response. She took a deep breath, her voice steady despite the emotions that swirled within her. Her gaze met King Utsu's, recognizing the weight of his presence and the fact that he had been absent during the recent events that had unfolded.

"My King, I understand how these accusations may cast doubt upon my loyalty, but I assure you, I have never intended to betray the kingdom or our family."

Her gaze met King Utsu's, and she continued with an unwavering resolve.

"In your absence, Prince Howl and the rest of the family branded Purgus as a criminal. But I must tell you, Purgus is not the criminal they believe him to be. He has been unjustly accused.Prince Howl, in his quest for power and influence, has manipulated the perception of Purgus and seized control of the family. They made the entire Celeston Family royalty in your absence, and used their newfound authority to cast aside those who questioned their actions!"

She paused briefly, gathering her thoughts.

"KIng Utsu, I ask you to seek the truth and restore justice. Purgus is not a criminal, and the kingdom deserves to know the extent of Prince Howl's actions in your absence. We must ensure that the true spirit of our family and our kingdom is upheld."

King Utsu observed the tension in the air. . He paused for a moment, contemplating the weight of the situation and the implications of his decision. The silence hung heavy as he gathered his thoughts.

"Arrest her now King" Howl Exclaimed. "Wendy has done nothing but brought shame to the Kingdom and the Celeston Family! She is trying to say she didn't intend to go against the Kingdom, but how can that be the case if she was aiding a Criminal?!"

Wendy's glare intensified as anger flared up within her. Her voice laced with defiance, she shot back at Howl, her words dripping with frustration. "A criminal that you made up, Howl! Purgus is no criminal, and you know it! You twisted the truth to serve your own ambitions!"

Howl scoffed, a hint of condescension in his tone.

"Oh, Wendy, always the naive one. You're blinded by your misguided trust in Purgus. He's a dangerous individual, and it's clear you've been manipulated by him."

Wendy's fists clenched at her sides as she retorted,

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"I have not been manipulated, Howl! I've seen Purgus's actions firsthand, and I have seen yours. You're the one who has manipulated our Kingdom, seizing power and twisting the truth to suit your own agenda!"

Howl's expression hardened, a glare coming forth

"You're just a child, Wendy. You can't possibly understand the complexities of ruling a kingdom. Your defiance only further proves your betrayal."

"I may be young, Howl, but I will not let you tarnish the honor of our family! The truth will prevail, and you will answer for your actions."

Howl puts a glare on his face that strikes fear into Wendy. Wendy shakes as his gaze was unwavering and struggles to get further words out of her mouth, but although stammering, she manages to build up her confidence and speak

"Howl," Wendy's voice quivered with fear, but she put on a brave face, "this is not right… I have done nothing wrong, and you know it. I will not allow myself to be silenced and treated as a criminal!"

Howl's glare intensified, his eyes narrowing with a cold, calculated resolve.

"Oh, Wendy, how naive you are. You claim innocence, but your actions speak louder than words. Let me remind you of the incident that occurred just days ago, when you were you Aided Purgus in an attack against me the Prince and the newly made Royal family in the King's absence."

Wendy's eyes widened in shock, her voice trembling as she tried to find her footing against this. "What... What are you talking about, Howl? That never happened!"

Howl's smirk was both chilling and triumphant.

"Oh, but the evidence speaks for itself. You were wielding your Neos energy in a desperate attempt to harm the ones you should hold loyalty to. The question is, Wendy, why would you turn against the Celeston family, your own blood?"

"Wait, Wendy, is this true?" King Utsu's voice held a hint of disappointment and concern. "Did you really aid in an attack against Prince Howl? This is a serious accusation."

Wendy's heart sank as she felt the weight of the king's words. She knew that her response would shape the course of her fate within the kingdom. Taking a deep breath, she locked eyes with the king, her voice filled with conviction.

"King Utsu, I did not aid in any attack against Prince Howl or any member of the Royal Family," Wendy spoke with unwavering determination. " Howl is trying to tarnish my name and undermine my standing within the kingdom!"

Howl's eyes narrowed, a flash of anger crossing his face. "Don't be fooled by her words. She's just trying to divert attention from her own actions. I have witnesses who saw her conspiring with other known enemies of the kingdom. She cannot be trusted!"

Wendy's heart pounded in her chest as she listened to Howl's words. The weight of his accusations bore down on her, and she couldn't believe the extent of his manipulation. Howl's conviction and persuasive demeanor swayed the king, and Wendy's voice trembled with disbelief as she attempted to respond.

"But, King Utsu," Wendy's voice wavered, barely above a whisper, "I... I have never conspired with enemies of the kingdom. These accusations are false, Please, you must believe me..."

The room fell into an uneasy silence as King Utsu's gaze shifted between Wendy and Howl. Doubt crept into his expression, and the weight of the situation seemed to bear down upon him. Wendy's trembling voice seemed to touch a nerve within him, stirring a sense of unease and conflict.

"Howl, you certain of these witnesses and their claims?" King Utsu's voice wavered, his decision teetering on a precarious edge. "I never anticipated such division within our own Kingdom. This breaks my heart... We should be standing in Unity!"

Howl's remained unshaken, his eyes locked with the King's. "I can bring in witnesses to the event if you need me to. Wendy has conspired against us. We cannot risk our kingdom's safety by allowing her to roam free."

Howl's influence over the family members and the strategic manipulation of the situation cast a shadow of suspicion over Wendy's defense. The bond of trust she once shared with her family seemed to crumble before her eyes, leaving her feeling isolated and betrayed.

King Utsu sighed, his expression burdened with the weight of the conflicting accounts before him. "Wendy, the evidence seems to be overwhelmingly against you at the moment. I will have to take this matter seriously. I cannot allow further unrest or potential harm within the family. For the time being, I must order your arrest and place you in the custody of the Celeston family's jail."

Wendy's heart pounded in her chest as she felt the weight of the impending arrest. The injustice of the situation fueled her determination to fight against it, and she couldn't bear the thought of being silenced and imprisoned for a crime she hadn't committed. In a surge of defiance, she launched herself forward, refusing to be taken without a fight.

Suddenly, The room erupted into chaos as Wendy's attack on the guards caught everyone off guard. Howl's smug expression quickly turned to surprise and then anger as Wendy unleashed all of her pent-up frustration on the guards. The guards, shocked by her sudden burst of resistance, struggled to contain her.

Howl, taking charge of the situation, barked orders to Liona, Yenza, and Maer " Liona , Maer, Yenza, Seize Wendy at once!"

Liona's eyes gleamed with a fiery determination, and she lunged at Wendy with unmatched agility. Yenza, seething with anger, followed suit, his powerful strikes aimed at subduing her. Maer hesitated for a moment before joining the fray.

Wendy's heart pounded in her chest as she faced off against her family members. She knew for a fact she couldn't overpower all of them, but her determination to fight for her innocence pushed her forward. She dodged and blocked their attacks with impressive speed and agility, countering when she saw an opening and fighting for her life.

Despite her efforts, Wendy began to feel the toll of the relentless assault. She could sense the darkness creeping in, threatening to consume her. With every strike and blow, the rift between her and her family deepened.

Outmatched, Wendy's family closed in on her. With Neos energy raised up within their hands, they seemed to be intending to finish her off here as she would be helpless against the force of all of them at once. Would this be the end of Wendy's Story?

"No"

Suddenly, a sudden gust of wind swept through the area near the Royal Palace.Purgus, like a whirlwind of determination, appeared before them. His presence alone commanded attention, and a sword withdrawn from his side, gleaming with power. He stood in front of Wendy, ready to confront her enemies.

King Utsu, his eyes wide with surprise, took a step back. He had heard rumors of Purgus, but this was the first time he had witnessed his presence firsthand. Purgus spoke with a calm yet commanding tone, his gaze fixed on King Utsu.. " I am Purgus, the Representative of the Poor people. I stand before you today as a voice for true justice. The accusations against Wendy that I have heard are not only baseless but orchestrated by the very ones who have branded me a criminal."

Howl, his expression twisting with frustration, tried to interject, but Purgus continued with an unwavering resolve.

"They have used their power to manipulate the truth and silence those who dare to oppose them. I have risked my own freedom by coming here today, not for their sake but for the sake of justice.

I have spent these past years with Wendy, and I can tell you right now that she has nothing to do with them, but she is not the traitor you make her out to be. These people here have been manipulating the truth and twisting the perceptions of those who should know better."

Purgus eyes the entire Celeston family "I am going to expose all of their lies right here and now. Today, this Kingdom changes!"