CHAPTER TWENTY EIGHT

As they exchanged wary glances, Martin could not help but voice the question on everyone's mind.

"Do you think we can really take on the king?" he whispered, his tone tinged with uncertainty.

Princess Sophie bit her lip, her eyes flickering with determination. "We have to try. We can not let him lead these kingdom into ruin."

Lady Lysander nodded in agreement, her expression steely. "We may be just a group of friends, but together, we are stronger than any army."

Alex clenched his fists, his resolve hardening with each passing moment. "We may not know what lies ahead, but we can not afford to back down now."

With a shared nod, they knew that their path was clear. They had to confront the king and stop him from plunging their kingdom into darkness.

As they huddled together, their faces illuminated by the flickering torchlight, Alex could not help but feel a surge of adrenaline coursing through his veins.

"So, what is the plan?" Martin asked, his voice low but determined.

Alex glanced a