Cedric and Alfonso were the first match-ups. Karissa's face went pale at the news. Even though she would not admit it she knew Cedric's strength.
"No, this can't be happening; who arranged these matches." Karissa jolted on her feet and ran to the king's side, hoping he could do something about this.
"Your majesty, you have to stop this fight." She called out, Eleanor was seated at Kaiden's right side. The king and Queen glanced at Karissa who was hyperventilating.
Kaiden sighed; he was equally disturbed, but there was nothing he could do. It was the rule of the draw. The first winner is meant to fight against the last.
"I can't stop it, and besides, it is just a duel. If Alfonso can't fight he isn't worth the Von Drakkar name." Kaiden said without any shade of empathy. His gold eyes lacked any emotions. Karissa's hold on her dress tightened; she clutched the skirt until her knuckles turned white.
