I hope this chapter is worth all the filler chapters and sorry for the lack of action!

I PROMISE that it will be action in the next chapter. Just bear with me. '^~^

Down by the dock (Boreas POV)

"Of course you can get the job!", says the captain. "But be sure to get the job done by dusk." Buk guarantees that we will get the job done in no time. Jazon was right we got the job easily and we are now on our way to our destination.

I am still nervous. We have our disguises but I still have this strange feeling that something is about to go terribly wrong, but that's must be my fear speaking...

Right?

The cargo we have with us is just some supplies to the kitchen. We stand in the back of the line with the other deliverers and servents. The guards check your pass card before you get to go in. Now it's our turn. "Your pass card please." Aria hands over the card and they briefly look at it before letting us continue.

I did not recognize those guards, they are completely new to me. Something is definitely wrong. We walk into the kitchen and leave our cargo. "Guys come here!" Aria has found servent clothes, now with our disguises, we will blend in.

We decide to split up in two groups, Buk and Samitos go to find any proof about Menelaus overthrowing the Emperor. Aria and me we shall look for a cure about..my voice, and get her father on our side.

We walk down the hall to Rachel's pharmacy near the basement where the dungeons are. As I and Aria approach the care center we see one of my former co-workers is being led down to the dungeon.

By one of Menelaus men.

"Our captain will find out about this!" The one working for Menelaus keeps pushing the guard with a smirk on his face. "Don't worry, he will join you soon enough."

When they are out of sight we keep going. "Boreas this is bad! The guards that aren't loyal to Menelaus go missing and my father will be next!" I know that we must hurry. Get help from Rachal and Mikolas, rescue Orpheus, and expose Menelaus for the tyrant he is.

I take a fast look if someone is inside, but no one is there except Rachal. Perfect.

"Rachal", whispers Aria and he turns around. We take off our wigs so he can recognize us better and he than smiles at us both. Aria explains everything that has happened and wonders if there is a cure for my throat. Rachal sights. Of course, it would turn out how I didn't want it to turn out.

"I'm sorry, I have done everything in my power to find a cure. But with no success." He looks disappointed with himself but I don't understand why? He hasn't done anything wrong but trying to help me, it isn't his fault that I-

Never will have my...v-voice back.

"Don't blame yourself, Rachal you are an amazing medic!" Aria lays a gentle hand on his shoulder. "We need to get to my father but promise that you won't give up your search for a cure." Rachal gives us a little smile and agrees to the promise.

I make a gesture with my hand that we should go. We put our wigs back on and run back into the hall.

We run as fast as we can to Mikolas office, I expected it to be guards outside but there are none. Aria slams open the door and quickly walks inside to see if her father his okay.

He is. Mikolas looks at us with a confused facial expression. We take off our wigs once again and he goes toward Aria and gives her a quick hug. "Your safe." She smiles. "You too."

She says that he is in danger and that Menelaus has taken control over the security and locking away everyone who doesn't agree with him. "Father please, by the safety of the people and your leader you must confront Menelaus."

"I shall do that sweetheart."

Aria takes my hand and drags me back into the corridor to find Buk and Samitos.

On the other side of the palace (Samitos POV)

I suppose Aria and Boreas are on their way to Captain Mikolas by now. I and Buk are on the other side of the halls, trying to find any proof about Menelaus. But the only setback is that we must serve the high-class people because we are dressed as servants.

I just got back from delivering grapes to one of the other senators, Buk just came back from whatever he was doing. Uuuh! We are wasting our time, our plan was to infiltrate Menelaus household, get some information about his plans, and tell them to the public.

I see Menelaus adviser come waltzing in and gives the nearest servant a disapproving glare. "I need two of your kind to come to my master's chambers. immediately!" I and Buk glance at each other knowing that this will be our chance.

Let's go to the monster's den.

"We will gladly be of service", I say with a hint of sarcasm as I bow. Socrates rolls his eyes and tells us to come. We walk with him but as soon as we are out of eyesight Buk takes Socrates by his shirt and pin him against the wall. "Tell us where your master keeps his plans and if you even think about calling for help, they will not have anything left to save when they find you!" He squeals and begs us not to harm him.

"Where is he keeping them!"

"I will tell you everything you need to know just don't hurt me..!"

"Where are they!"

"There aren't in his chamber that's too risky, he hides the info in a book in the library!"

"Which book!"

"An old book about our country's history."

Buk lets him go and he protects himself before we walk off. "What a coward," I think to myself as I glance back at him while as he still sits on the floor.

The Emperors Throne Room (Orpheus POV)

I don't know where my sweet Eileen is, the ones I asked haven't seen her since lunch. I'm starting to get worried. I have notice changes in my palace, and everything started when my old friend Menelaus showed up. But I don't think he has anything to do with it.

We both wanted what was best for the people, but I can't help but notice that he has changed since the last time I saw him. But as I said it was a long time ago and people change. However, I can't believe my old friend to be capable of such horrors as wanting to frame a young man.

I open the big tree doors by myself and the guards accompany me as I walk down the hall to see if Eileen is in the market. But as I move closer to the exit, guards block my way. "Sorry, your highness but you can't leave."

My facial expression is still neutral but why won't they let me leave. "Soldiers I assure you, I will be fine. Now would you be so kind and step aside?" They look at each other but firmly stand their ground.

"By the order of senator Menelaus, we can't let you pass."

My face lights up in surprise, I ordered my trusted friend Mikolas to have control over the security. Why does Menelaus have control over Mikolas's post? "I demand an explanation for this."

"By all due respect one of Mikolas own men has turned against you and he doesn't respect...us...but senator Menelaus is a natural-born leader. He is inspiring and a great motivator!" I suppose that's true but not talking to me about the situation is highly suspicious.

I tell them I will discuss this with Menelaus right away. I make my way to Menelaus part of the palace and is about to walk upstairs when I hear a familiar voice from one of my guards. "Your majesty wait!" A young red-haired man runs my way accompanied by a bulky older man with dark skin and black hair.

"I have proof about my friend's innocent and that Menelaus is-" The young man doesn't get the chance to finish as he's interrupted

"ARREST THEM!", shouts Menelaus from the platform up the stairs. The guards take away what he has in his hand and force them to their knees. "Wait I want to hear what this man has to say!" I order them but they don't stop.

"Sorry to disappoint you Orpheus but they are under my command!" I Widen my eyes and stare right into the eyes that I thought belonged to the one I called brother.

"What do you want, old friend..", I wonder. He says he wants to be emperor, the rightful position I stole from him. "I will never give the throne to you after everything you've done!"

"On the contrary my friend, you will give me the title if you truly care about your dear wife." Another of Menelaus guards and his adviser walks down with Eileen. She struggles and tries to kick the man who is holding her. "Let her go Menelaus!", I demand with worry in my voice.

"Only if you give your title to me, and let the empire fall under my control! Then you will get her back if you two promise to live in exile and never cross my borders." I take a final look at Eileen who looks at me and doesn't want me to give up the throne.

"If I refuse."

"Then the only way to get her back is by defeating me in a duel to the death. You win; you get your wife back, your mantel everything.." He pauses letting the words sink in. "If I win; the empire is mine and she will be one of the first slaves in my new empire!"

What will Optimus choose...? =O

Live life in exile with your one true love while your country is ruled by a power-hungry dictator? Or... try to win the fight and risk your life, the freedom of your loved ones and your people?