A Crisis Grips Byzantium
In the vibrant heart of Constantinople, a storm simmered on the boulevards. It erupted as a demonstration against tyrannical laws, fueled by despair amongst the commoners. The shouting of "Nika! Nika!" echoed through the city, a battle cry. This riot, known as the Nika Riot, swiftly escalated into a violent clash between rebels and the soldiers. Th