The matters of the throne are coloured by an intoxicating concoction of vice, scandal, ambition and loyalty. Here, Ubuntu draws us into the succession battle.
A dark prophesy is made, foreshadowing war and bloodshed.
Dangerous intent is revealed. Thandiwena's detractor's lay out their plans, emphasizing the uphill struggle the successor to the throne is truly up against.
Thandiwena desperately, and naively seeks council from her very detractors. She quickly learns that Tachimba is the last person in the world to aid in her advancement.
Thandiwena realizes that the aid she needs may come at a price she's not willing to pay.
Thandiwena's wedding day exposes how deep the family's cold blooded strife to claim The Throne truly is. Deadly intent, drunken speeches and surprise twists rule the day.
Thandiwena is brought before the council to stand trial for the death of her husband.
She's been through enough to know better. And now Thandiwena recognises her mother's hand at work when she is not allowed to see her late husbands body.
Senior Induna Chinyanta discovers an ancient loophole that allows him to temporarily rule on the throne, causing Queen Chawezi to tear off her clothes in distress, and for Tachimba to seek out a dangerous allegiance
The vultures circle. Thandiwena is at her weakest point - her mental breakdown is clear for everyone in the council to see. At the same time, senior Induna Chinyanta reveals that his true allegiance is to Thandiwena - causing Tachimba to expedite his demise
Tiku learns that Mabvuto raped Pimpa in the throne room and doesn't hesitate for a moment to sound the alarm. We discover that Queen Chawezi is FAR from fooled by Mabvuto, and learn how dfficult it is for her not to see justice served.
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