The Arrival Of The Royal Family

Normally, they weren't a significant problem, having reduced themselves to street urchins or thieves, easily handled by trained guards. 

However, the fact that they were now uniting under one banner to disrupt the city was why the Council meeting was convened – to eradicate them once and for all and find a way to save the garden from its impending demise.

This was also one of the reasons why he was adamant about his daughter not leaving the castle, despite her desires.

"Also, instruct the guards to scout the area as we proceed," Queen Selene added. "It would be quite troublesome to face another sudden attack."

The middle-aged man nodded solemnly. "Understood," he said, closing the carriage windows' curtains before walking away. 

After a few seconds, the carriage resumed its journey, and this time, it was remarkably calm and smoother than Orion had expected until they finally came to an abrupt halt.