iii. PARIS: Kidnapped

When the lights returned, the queen is gone. Everyone panicked as the ministers tried to take control of the situation.

Paris felt his head hurt, like it was about to explode, his eyes darting to the spot where she was sitting not so long ago.

"Proceed with the wedding", the prime minister directed as he kept a straight face.

Paris took steps towards him and collared the old man, "What? What did you just say?"

"I said proceed with the wedding. There is nothing that will be gained from the delay." The man's facade broke as sweat rolled down his forehead.

Paris threw him to the ground as he summoned the Astra, the blazing sword momentarily blinding everyone as he pointed it towards the minister.

"I should execute you right now for treason," Paris said in a jovial tone as his eyes flashed with unbridled madness.

"On what charges my lord, I did nothing. Just a mere suggestion," the minister fell on his knees.