The nobles waited anxiously for the king's return, their apprehension palpable. Maintaining peace in the court room was a struggle, as arguments erupted at short intervals, with some supporting the acceptance of aid and others vehemently opposed. Finally, the king entered, his exhausted face a testament to the weight of his responsibilities. He handed a scroll to the royal leair, his eyes pleading with Queen Hawa and Uno.
As the leair opened the scroll, his eyes widened, and his knees seemed to buckle. The king's gaze implored Queen Hawa and Uno, aware that the queen had a hand in the recent turmoil and that Uno's words held truth. However, the burden of ruling often demanded difficult choices, and the easiest path was often the most tempting.