Chapter Destiny's Reshaping
In Hargan’s chamber, the urgent solar message disrupted his reading, prompting him to hastily make his way to the Queen’s chamber.
As Consort Rosenda was about to administer the lethal drop of poison to the prince’s lips, Rosche, driven by a surge of adrenaline, intervened just in time. With a forceful push, Rosche thwarted Rosenda’s sinister plan, causing the poison to clatter to the floor. In the ensuing struggle, Rosenda, armed with a dagger, managed to inflict a wound on Rosche’s arms.
Rosche winced in pain but fought on, determined to protect the newborn prince. In a desperate attempt, Rosenda, dagger poised, aimed for the defenseless prince. However, Hargan, arriving just in the nick of time, intercepted the attack, having taken the intended stab while protecting the prince.
As Hargan grunted in pain, Rosche, fueled by her solar magic, swiftly incapacitated Consort Rosenda, rendering her unconscious. With a mixture of relief and concern, Rosche turned her attention to Hargan, who, wounded but resolute, clutched his stomach.
In a moment, Hargan’s memories flashed before his eyes. He remembered the purpose of their mission, the reason they had traveled through time. As he stared at his wound and then up at the full moon, a profound realization dawned upon him.
In the poignant moments that ensued, Hargan’s gaze shifted from the newborn prince to the room, a wistful smile gracing his face. “Little Prince, I altered your destiny. May you grow to be strong and wise,” he whispered, his voice carrying the weight of a fulfilled destiny.
As his existence began to wane, Hargan’s focus turned to Rosche, who, despite her injuries, spoke with a mix of relief and recognition. “Your memories have returned!”
Meeting Rosche’s eyes, Hargan expressed gratitude. “Indeed, I had faith in your ability. Now that everything is in motion, the curse is poised to take effect. My existence is dissipating, and reality will soon catch up with us,” he explained with calm acceptance.
Witnessing Hargan’s diminishing form, Rosche observed him with a blend of sorrow and respect. “With my demise and erasure from existence, I trust you to guide the prince as he assumes the mantle of the kingdom’s new ruler,” Hargan conveyed, his words carrying the weight of finality.
“I will, Hargan,” Rosche pledged, clasping his fading hand. As Hargan gradually faded away, dissolving into the fabric of time, Rosche, too, began to fade. Fulfilled in their mission, she felt the gentle tug of temporal forces transporting her back to her own timeline, leaving behind a room that bore witness to a profound and transformative chapter in the kingdom’s history.
In a moment of transition, Rosche opened her eyes to a scene that left her utterly astonished. Spread out before her was a battlefield, warriors adorned in armor wielding swords with resolute determination. Standing beside her was the now-teenage Prince Terrence.
The jolt of the altered timeline struck Rosche with profound realization. As her eyes swept across the battlefield, the enormity of the situation became apparent. Among the ranks of steadfast warriors, familiar faces like Geran, Eowyn, and Kiryo stood resolute. Notably, Kiryo, previously injured in the former timeline, now exhibited robust health, ready for a decisive battle against the rebellious forces.
In this revised world, forged by Rosche and Hargan, a profound transformation unfolded. Crown Prince Terrence stood as the new king, leading a war against the rebellion of Prince Draven and Oberon. However, the alterations extended beyond the battlefield, unearthing the hidden truth of Consort Rosenda’s infidelity. The exposure of this secret led to the expulsion of the two illegitimate princes, setting the stage for their rebellion against the reigning monarchy.
The intricate fabric of the kingdom’s history had been rewoven, creating new challenges and conflicts. The consequences of their temporal interference manifested in the altered lives of key figures, shaping a world where loyalties were tested, secrets exposed, and rebellion brewed. As King Terrence navigated this turbulent reality, Rosche found herself experiencing complex array of emotions, contemplating the far-reaching impact of the altered timeline on the fate of the kingdom, now in the hands of their chosen ruler.