King Aldric allowed the evidence to settle in the people's minds before pronouncing judgment with an iron fist.
"The evidence is undeniable. These men have committed high treason against the crown, collaborated with enemies of the kingdom, and sold the lives of their fellow citizens for personal gain," he declared, his voice carrying across the plaza.
He raised his hand, and executioner's blocks appeared on the platform, their appearance sending a clear message about the fate awaiting the convicted traitors.
"By the authority vested in me as sovereign of this realm, I pronounce sentence of death upon all who participated in this conspiracy; they shall be beheaded immediately, as befits those who have severed their loyalty to the kingdom they swore to protect," the king announced.
