AFTER CENTURIES

PART 1

As the sun begins to set on the imperial city, Eira II's expression turns grave, her eyes clouding with a mix of emotions. She knows that the truth about her predecessor's death can no longer be hidden, and that she herself is responsible for Eira I's demise.

With a heavy heart, Eira II announces to the Imperial Council that the market and all other non-essential activities will be canceled for the next day. The councilors exchange curious glances, sensing that something is amiss.

Eira II's voice is laced with a hint of desperation as she explains the reason for the cancellation. "I fear that the truth about Eira I's death may soon become public knowledge. I must take steps to... manage the situation."

The councilors' faces fall, their expressions a mixture of shock, confusion, and concern. They know that Eira II's words imply a grave and potentially explosive secret.

As the night wears on, the imperial city is abuzz with rumors and speculation. The people are unaware of the truth, but they sense that something is amiss. The cancellation of the market and other activities has created an air of unease, and many wonder what secrets their ruler might be hiding.

Eira II, meanwhile, is locked away in her private chambers, her mind racing with thoughts of the consequences of her actions. She knows that she has walked a thin line between power and deception, and that the truth about Eira I's death may ultimately be her downfall.

As the sun rises over the imperial city, a sense of unease settles over the population. The book "Truth Behind Lie" by Jack Martin has spread like wildfire, its provocative claims and passionate denunciations of Eira II's role in Eira I's death igniting a firestorm of controversy and debate.

The book's allegations are explosive: that Eira II, the current ruler, was directly responsible for the death of her predecessor, Eira I. The people of the SUN Empire are shocked and outraged, their faith in their ruler shaken to its core.

As the news of the book's contents spreads, the imperial city is filled with the sound of hushed conversations and worried whispers. People gather in small groups, discussing the allegations and speculating about the truth. Some defend Eira II, arguing that she is a just and fair ruler, while others condemn her, calling for her to be held accountable for her alleged crimes.

Eira II, meanwhile, is furious. She sees Jack Martin's book as a threat to her power and her reputation, and she is determined to silence him. She orders her guards to arrest Jack Martin and throw him into prison.

But Jack Martin refuses to be silenced. Even from behind bars, he continues to proclaim his message, urging the people to demand the truth and to hold Eira II accountable for her actions.

Eira II, enraged by Jack Martin's defiance, orders him to be executed. The sentence is carried out swiftly and mercilessly, and Jack Martin is put to death for his supposed crimes.

But the damage has already been done. The seeds of doubt and suspicion have been sown, and they will continue to grow and spread, threatening to undermine Eira II's authority and destabilize the entire empire.

As the news of Eira II's sudden and tragic death spreads throughout the kingdom, a mix of emotions erupts among the people. Some are shocked and saddened by the loss of their ruler, while others are more skeptical, whispering among themselves about the circumstances surrounding her death.

Valentina, Eira II's daughter, steps forward to assert her claim to the throne. With a steady voice and a determined gaze, she addresses the gathered crowd. "I am Valentina, the rightful queen of this kingdom. I implore you, put an end to this rebellion against my mother's rule. She was a just and fair queen, and her passing is a tragic loss for us all."

However, Valentina's words are quickly countered by Sofia Gracia, a mysterious figure who steps forward from the shadows. Her eyes gleam with a fierce intensity as she speaks. "That's right, we know that Eira II had a hand in the death of Eira I. And due to her fear of being caught, she took her own life."

The crowd gasps in shock, with some people crying out in outrage and others whispering among themselves in stunned disbelief. Valentina's face pales, her eyes widening in horror as she realizes the implications of Sofia's words.

The kingdom teeters on the brink of chaos, with the truth about Eira II's death and her role in Eira I's demise threatening to upend the very foundations of the monarchy. As tensions rise and allegiances are tested, one thing becomes clear: the future of the kingdom hangs in the balance, and the path forward will be fraught with danger and uncertainty.