Edward was the kingpin criminal in the medieval city of Rava. Robberies, murders, and human trafficking, you name the crime, and it was likely linked to Edward. After decades of pursuit by the kingdom, with casualties on both sides, Edward was finally captured on a cold rainy night, with all of his gang members having been killed by the Queens Lana's guards.
In the courthouse of Edward's trial, Queen Lana decided that the punishment of death was far too unsatisfying for the downfall of such a criminal like Edward. No, Edward must die, but he must die at the Queen's hands.