She was no longer accused.
A growl rumbled through the obsidian chamber. Around them, the Imperial Guard tensed. No one spoke to the Conqueror of Grythos like that. No one lived. m.k. eidem serie imperial 5
“Then burn the Tribunal,” she whispered. “Not my world.” She was no longer accused
Torin smiled—a terrifying, beautiful thing. “Already done.” No one spoke to the Conqueror of Grythos like that
“You should not be here, Kerensa.” His voice was gravel and thunder, yet he did not advance. “This is the Hall of Judgment. The accused do not leave.”
Kerensa placed her palm over his chest, directly over the thundering twin hearts. “Then conquer me, my Emperor. But let my people live.”
Kerensa lifted her chin, her small hands trembling but her voice steady. “Then sit on the throne, Emperor. Judge me. I came willingly.”