Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law

Chapter 21: The assassination ploy

Cedric, her advisor, approached her and explained that slaying trolls was not an easy task. It required patience and cunning, and could not be rushed. Naya scowled, but she knew that Cedric was right. She just wished that Markus would hurry up and get the job done.

"My queen, please understand that this is not something that can be rushed," Cedric said. "Trolls are cunning creatures, and they must be approached with caution. Markus is doing the best he can."

"I know that," Naya snapped. "But we don't have time to wait around while he dawdles. Every moment we waste is a moment that our enemies gain ground."

"I understand your frustration," Cedric said, trying to soothe her anger. "But we must be patient."

Cedric, ever the wise one, could see that Naya was becoming restless. He knew that he had to do something to distract her, so he began to tell a story. "Long ago, there was a great hero named Yalan, who was known for his bravery and skill in battle. He fought many foes, but the one he