A Crisis Grips Byzantium
In the vibrant heart of Constantinople, a storm gathered on the avenues. It erupted as a demonstration against unjust taxes, fueled by despair amongst the masses. The chant of "Nika! Nika!" echoed through the city, a rallying call. This uprising, known as the Nika Riot, swiftly escalated into a ferocious clash between dissidents and the military fo