Alanna discovers her long-time nemesis, Duke Roger of Conte, her prince's cousin, has a plan to kill the king, queen, Jonathan, and even Alanna herself in order to take the throne. After her knighthood, Alanna accuses Roger publicly and he demands a duel.
Alanna uncovers Duke Roger of Conte's plot to kill the king, queen, Jonathan, and herself to seize the throne after receiving her knighthood. She publicly accuses him, leading to a duel.