Chapter 229 - Last of Her Line

Sylara strode through the flickering candlelight in her chambers, her face tense with anxiety. More than ever, the burden of her kingdom weighed down on her shoulders, she had maintained the security of her throne for years, waiting for Kaveh to be defeated and Aryana to learn the truth. She was now afraid about the future of her bloodline, though, now that this chapter was over. She had been delaying having heirs for a long time since she believed she needed to face her opponents without any burdens. The realization that she was the last in her line, however, came to her with relentless force. Every day since Babek's passing, suitors had gathered in the palace halls, hoping to win her hand and the authority that accompanied it. Her physique was powerful and carved by innumerable wars, yet she was still young and attractive, her imposing, majestic features were the epitome of strength and beauty. Although they complimented her charm, she could see the glimmer of greed in their