The scene depicts the dramatic assassination of Xerxes I. Xerxes, a tall and imposing figure with a regal bearing, is dressed in rich Persian royal attire, including a golden crown adorned with precious gems and an intricately embroidered robe. He stands in the center of his opulent palace, its grand columns and lavish decorations reflecting the splendor of the Achaemenid Empire. Surrounding him are his courtiers and guards, caught off guard by the sudden attack. The assassin, Artabanus, is in mid-action, his expression intense and determined. He wields a sharp dagger, poised to strike Xerxes. The atmosphere is tense, with gasps and horrified expressions on the faces of those nearby. Some courtiers are reaching out, too late to stop the imminent attack. In the background, the palace is bathed in the warm glow of oil lamps, casting dramatic shadows that heighten the sense of urgency and danger. The rich tapestries and gold accents contrast sharply with the violent act unfolding, highlighting the shocking nature of the betrayal within the heart of Persian power, watercolor style, --ar 9:16