The Betrayal and Escape
Aurora Wilde, once loyal to Crown Prince Chase Herring, has defected to the Northern tribes after being poisoned and bound by a deadly oath. Despite Chase's initial protection, the royal court demands her execution to eliminate any threat to the throne. Aurora escapes, killing her guards, and Chase is torn between his lingering feelings and his duty as emperor. The episode culminates in Chase ordering Aurora's death, marking a tragic turning point in their relationship.Will Aurora survive the empire's hunt, or will Chase's order seal her fate?
