His sword came down, and I saw the faces of my people in his blade. Time seems to slow down as I stare into the reflection of the silver metal. I meet the gazes of the people who once saw me as their beloved leader, I see the eyes of those who wish for me to move on. I watch the heads of the ones who do not wish to watch me leave.

I was once the adored ruler of this kingdom, I was loved...

The elders have spoken about this day since we were able to walk. They said it could be anyone one of us, this ritual happens every 3 years. It could be anyone, no matter the age, size, shape, gender, it could be anyone. You wouldn't know it was you until it was happening, you would be taken without warning and your family has to find you before the sun rises the next day. 3 years ago, it was th...

Nothing and no one here is sacred, safe, or sane. That's what I've always been told my entire life. No one is safe or sane in this world, not even the ones who think they are. No one can be trusted, you have to watch your back at all times. I learned that no matter how long you've known them, they're not your friends and they never will be. That's just the way it is here and it wont ever change fr...