"If by the end of these days you cannot clearly prove your innocence, he will personally carry out your execution."
"Welp," Relia muttered. "So much for celebrating."
Evelina forced herself to stand tall. "I understand, Your Majesty."
"Good news, we're not getting executed today," Relia said dryly. "Bad news, we're still on a countdown to death."
Not if I find out who really did it.
Relia sighed dramatically. "No pressure or anything."
The King held her gaze for another long, heavy moment before turning back to the council. "This meeting is adjourned."
And just like that, it was over.
Evelina was free from one accusation.
But the real fight had only just begun.
Evelina took a deep breath as the council started to disperse, with nobles quietly talking to each other while leaving the grand chamber.
Even though the atmosphere felt tense, she was dismissed.
It was over.
For now.
