Chapter 51: Chapter 51: Lonely

Eventually the people wanted, no they needed, a change.

Just like that, the fight for the rightful owner of the throne began. It was a long and bloody battle with many casualties on both sides. But it seemed all along that Rhal had the upper hand. He was ruthless and cruel, taking no prisoners. Soon after he had apprehended and executed Ivan's ministers the man surrendered. The only reason Ivan was left alive was not because he was family but because he was to be made an example of. If you dare rebel against Rhal's rule you risk death or worse, excommunication.

For the first time in history, Ivan had something important taken from him. It would be the first and last time. The shock was too hard for him to bear that Ivan soon took ill and passed away. A testament to his weak mind. In a way he took the easy way out. Those who were left behind, Elena and Rhyland, were left behind to suffer.