Checkmating the nobles in one move

The royal palace was buzzing with activity as the twenty-five Noble family heads arrived for an emergency meeting with King Von. They were ushered into the grand hall, where a long table was set with fine dishes and drinks. The king was seated at the head of the table, looking calm and composed. He greeted each of them with a courteous smile and invited them to take their seats.

The Nobles were curious and anxious about the reason for the meeting. They had been pressuring the king for sometime to hand over Damon. They wanted to execute him publicly and strip him of his titles and lands. They believed that Damon was a threat to their power and influence, and as such he must be removed.

They hoped that the king had finally agreed to their demands, or at least was willing to negotiate. They thought that he was weak and desperate, and that they had him cornered. They did not know that he had a hidden ace up his sleeve.