the fate of Jesus of Nazareth. The opening of the book introduces Geneviève as she attempts to help another character, Aurélie, escape from the oppressive grasp of a cruel master, Grémion. The urgency of their situation is palpable as Geneviève devises a plan to climb through a window to evade capture. As she escapes, she learns of a plot to capture Jesus, whom she resolves to warn of the impending danger. The narrative progresses to the tense atmosphere filled with betrayal and impending violence, culminating in the soldiers' pursuit of Jesus while Geneviève navigates her own perilous circumstances. The beginning sets a dramatic stage of loyalty, sacrifice, and the exploration of peace under siege, drawing readers into a world of historical conflict infused with personal stakes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)