part 1

In a time when slavery was widespread, specifically in a powerful realm, there ruled a king who was formidable, stern, and exceptionally difficult to please. The entire nation feared and revered him, yet he was generous, constantly helping the enslaved by providing them with food and drink.

One day, he encountered one of his slaves. She was in a miserable state, yet she refused to let anyone approach her, claiming to be the daughter of a wealthy family who had been kidnapped and forced into servitude. Ever since that tragic day, she had suffered mistreatment, malnutrition, and endless hardships. However, the King was captivated by her—impressed by her patience through such adversity and her resilience in transitioning from a life of luxury to one of bondage. Moreover, in her features, he recognized a striking resemblance to someone he knew, though he could not quite place who it was.