Davey observed the young prince confidently asserting the undeniable existence of a witch. In contrast, the king hesitated to respond and deferred his decision. On the surface, their disagreement might not have seemed significant, but tensions were running high beneath the facade.0

‘They sense an opportunity brewing. This could tip the balance of the nation's affairs. A power struggle between a king and his prince, how disgustingly cliché,’ Davey thought.1

Surprisingly, both the prince and the king shared a common concern. While their approaches differed, they both genuinely cared for their kingdom and its subjects. It was an ironic touch. In the realm of political struggles, having a just cause was crucial. Since the suspected culprit behind the current situation was the alleged witch, the king, albeit reluctantly, issued orders to find her.0

The heart of the matter, and the primary suspect, ultimately centered around this witch, primarily due to the prince's assertions. Following the initial attack, no further incidents had occurred. However, considering the uncertainty of when the next strike might happen, Davey opted to monitor the situation while launching his own investigation.0

“This forest, huh?” Davey mused, squinting at the oddly contorted trees. “Its exterior is undeniably eerie. According to my research, there are three rumors associated with the...0