"So," the King's voice was a low, dangerous rumble. "Albus has not only conspired against a loyal servant of the Crown, but used the sanctity of the Church as his shield. He has made a mockery of the Light and my trust."
He rose to his full height, his voice now booming through the hall. "Let it be known! The man known as the Grand Luminar is hereby declared a traitor to the kingdom! A warrant is issued for his immediate arrest! He will be hunted down and brought back to face royal justice!"
He then turned his fiery gaze upon Seraphina.
"High Archon Seraphina," the King commanded. "In the Luminar's absence, you will oversee all duties of the Church within Luxia. Your first task is to assist the Royal Guard in purging the corruption from your ranks. Do not fail me."
"Yes, Your Majesty," Seraphina said, dropping to one knee, her mind reeling but her path now terrifyingly clear.
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