My Journey (The combined and remastered chronicles)

My name is Eve, I used to escape from my watchers and run into the golden wheat fields. The fields of my father. Everything was his for he was the ruler of this kingdom. I was proud of my father he was everything a king should be, kind hearted, loyal, brave. He was a man of his word whom everyone would willingly trust their lives with him. He ruled over a large army and my mother was one of the fairest queens in all the known world. Her generosity had forever been infamous among the people and she was highly favoured and adored.1

I was only 7 years old when my mother left this world. My father did not speak to me nor see anyone except once and a while our wizard Peri, whom force fed my father. It was in that time that he began to shrink and nothing seemed to please him. Although he did love me, it hurt him to much to see my face. Peri told me that I had the beauty of my mother and that he could not look upon me without seeing her. 2

I would look in the mirror for hours trying to find the one thing that I could not see... her. Many told me of my beauty and how much I looked like my mother, but I could not see it. True my had green eyes like her, and my hair was also gold, but still she did not appear in the mirror. Peri told me that he thinks it is a wise woman who may look upon her beauty and see nothing. I often found his teaching in riddles very tiring, my head would sometimes find itself spinning in circles after a lesson. 3

When I turned 10 Peri began to tutor me on the ways of the world. He even sometimes would preform his magic just to see me smile and laugh again. My father at that time had come out of solitude but remained a mute who would allow Peri to rule the country for him. Peri ruled fair and well but most people including myself missed the great King who had once made the land shine as though touched by God. I continued to search for my mother in the mirror, sometimes convinced she was no where on my face I would attempt to see my father. Appartently he still saw her in me. I felt unjustly robbed of both parents and often would try lifting the curse through chants and books. Peri who caught me doing this on more than one occasion repeatadly told me that I was not under a curse and that bad fortune is a natural part of life. 4

And I knew I wasnt cursed, as I had Peri and also I had Marcus. I would slip out to see Marcus who was an older soldier that had been glorified many times with awards of bravery and nobility. He taught me to ride a horse and to wield a sword. I was more his daughter then, then my fathers. Sometimes I would catch myself being happy with Marcus, laughing as I had before my mothers death. Marcus was much delighted with my progression throughout the years, claiming that had I been born a boy would be a fine Knight indeed. Perhaps he had thought of me as a merely a student but what he had given me was much greater. Though Peri and I discussed theory at great length there was something about talking with Marcus that seemed so much more informal and less perplexing. 5

Growing up in that time of great silence from my father the land was still ruled into a nation that prospered from learned peasants, successful harvests and peaceful treaties. Peri had made the Kingdom far from danger and continued to attempt to help restore my fathers health. Yes I had grown to love having my riding, dueling and philisophical lessons with my two teachers. They kept my head busy with thoughts of complexities beyond my years, thoughts that kept my own feelings at bay, and I was grateful for that. Little did we know what was to come from my father the year the of the dawning star.6

I was 17 when my father did (without even Peri's consent) something that would change our lives. He began a war. With all the sorrow in his head and all the hate of what had happened to my mother with very little persuasion Dorian the general of his army had convinced him to go to war with the Assinian's. It was at that time the first time in 9 years that I went to speak with him. Out of fear, I knew what would happen if this came to pass. I begged him not to do this telling him how peaceful we had always been and how they had never posed a threat or tried to harm us ever. I saw though that even though his eyes were upon mine that he was looking right through me. The only thing he said, The only thing I heard him say in 9 years was *leave me now*. I knew that I had a heart at that moment for he had broken it. Dorian seemed hellbent on expanding our kingdom and I felt powerless to stop it.7

However Peri had a plan. Peri told me that my father was more dead than alive but that I could help many innocents to be slaughtered if I could somehow get a message to the Assinian's to warn them of the doom that was sure to come in just a few months of preparation. After years of wondering I knew that this quest would lead me beyond the castle walls and fields of wheat, that to ensure the messages delivery I must go myself. Perhaps Peri could see the determination in my eyes for he merely nodded as if to indicate he knew of my intentions and approved.8

As I was packing my food, Peri appeared in the kitchen with me. He did not say anything I simply looked at him and for some reason a tear came to my eye. He did not smile or frown but came to me and embraced me for several minutes until my river of tears had stopped. He told me then that he would be watching me and use his magic to protect me if he could.9

I had paid a peasant girl earlier that day for her clothes for me to wear so that I may go unnoticed across the lands. It would be a three day journey if I rode fast enough during the day and rest at night. As I entered the stable and mounted my horse Eleave I heard a noise. It was Marcus...10

" You're going to be needing this." He said as he handed me a long steel blade.
" For all the times I've used it never has it felt so heavy." I looked at the sword and belted it to the side of Eleave.
" Your Highness would be wise to remain cautious, at all times, even the dead of night brings about no peace. Remember this and be always prepared for danger." His eyes looked away as if to hide a great pain.
" Marcus, I know you are a loyal Knight but I must ask you not to tell Dorian of my leaving." I tried to make my voice full of authority.
" I regret to inform you your highness that I am more loyal to you then my king or my general." He smiled up at me, and I could see the truth in his eyes.
" I promise not to tell." I grinned back at him.
" That's most kind of you." He laughed half-hearted.
" Thank you Marcus, for everything." I felt tears starting to well up in my eyes so I quickly brought my thoughts to the task at hand.11

My stomach in my throat I took a large gulp and deep breath for what lay ahead. I would have hugged Marcus but such things are not proper between a knight and a princess instead I smiled and thanked him again. Then with one kick to Eleave's side I rode off into the darkness of the night.12

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It seemed so quiet and serene when I got out of the village.The hills streched on across the eastern sky but to the west where my quest takes me the foreboding forest lay with thick trunked trees that stretched high. The forest where each colour took a darker tone and shade as it was cast in a deep shadow by the mighty trees. The darkness I didnt fear but I began to fear the quiet. It was as if I had nothing to fear, and that is what scared me. For all that I knew surronded me nothing made a noise not even as Eleave drew us into the forest and out of the open plains I had played in as a child, no not even then did noise arouse. Luckily for me, Eleave was not an old horse and rode a great distance before slowing into a simple trot. I decided I should allow her to rest. Daylight was already coming when I led Eleave off the path to a clearing, it would be easy to find the path again as I marked our trail. I stopped at a stream that trickled fresh cool water, the stream was small and shallow and went on into the forest past the clearing. I led Eleave to drink before letting myself lay my head and fall into a dreamless sleep. It had all been part of my plan to sleep in the daylight. For at least then if I were to be attacked I would die seeing my killers eyes, a pleasant thought to go to sleep on indeed.14

I was awakened before mid-day by a crunching noise in the bushes. Curiousity got the better of me and I went to see what it was. My sword in its sheath I kept my hand around the handle as my other arm parted the obstructions before me. I ducked under branches and climbed over rocks for a short distance before I was near the source of the noise. My heart pounding within my chest now makes me laugh. For as I pulled out my sword I could see a small dimming light that came from under a leaf. Pulling the leaf aside I sighed with relief. 15

It was only a faerie who was passing by and became curious of me. I would later learn her name was Gilda, and on this our first encounter I must say I found her to be quite... abrasive.16

"Hello there." I said as I put my sword away.
"Hello yourself you big bully, what's the idea with pulling a sword out?! Why are you here anyway? What's your name anyway stranger? Why are you alone in the woods? How old are you 12 shouldn't you be at home helping your mother or something?" Gilda beraded me with questions.
"I'm 17 actually little faerie and ..." I suddenly realized that I had not yet created an alibi for myself.
"AND?!?!?!" Gilda said impatiently.
"And would you mind excusing me for a moment?" Before hearing her response I dashed back to the clearing.
"Are you coming back???" Gilda shouted after me.
"Yeah sure." I said hastily.17

I fetched Eleave and secretly left. Kicking myself internally for not preparing myself for an interogation. It wasnt safe for me to tell anyone though of my current plans nor my own identity. So I continued on my journey not knowing of how the effects of that encounter would later play in my life.18

One thing every person should know is that it is never wise to upset a faerie for they are very in touch with nature and could even cause a blizzard amidst the summer season. That perhaps when debating one should simply agree to avoid conflict. Some say they are even less agreeable then trolls (I'm inclinded to agree). Gilda would later tell me of how she had waited a good long time for me to return, before giving up on me and flying briskly off into the wood with determination. For now Gilda had decided that I had run off for a reason, she had sensed no evil about me so it made her curious. Gilda decided she needed to know who I was. 19

I was famished, the only thing I ate that day was a small slice of bread and a bit of stream water. That whole day had gone by so wonderfully. Eleave was a brilliant steed her very agility was astounding. She did not stop running unless I told her to and even then she was hesitant. Eleave had obviously not gone out for a ride in some time and was enjoying the trip as much as I was.
Her dark brown coat glowed in the sunlight that shone through the canopy. But the sun was setting and we rode on through the night, the wind flowing through our hair. 20

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On the second day of this journey to the city of Apolon, I got my first fright. After my little bit of sleep Eleave and I were riding through the thick forest. At this point Eleave was unpleasant and having a tough time because of the thick mud. It was then that a group of bandits appeared from the shadows of the forest. 22

" Where are you going fair maiden ?" The fattest one asked me.
" Where I go is no business of yours and if you would kindly move out of my way I will be able to get where I am going on time. " As I said these words I could not believe how unshaking my voice was as I spoke them.
" Everything in these woods is our business, wench! And if you don't show us the proper respect your going to find yourself not being able to show up to this important meeting that your going to." The fat man said to me then grinned at me horridly. 23

There were six that I could see but more might easily be hiding withing the trees and from what I could see each member of the gang had a cross bow so it was fair to assume that one was being aimed at me. I made sure to choose my words carefully. I had never fought for real, and though I knew myself not to be defenseless the fact was I was heavily outnumbered.24

" I have nothing against you and your men nor do I wish to cause any disrespect, I simply wish to go my way and you are holding me up." I began to lose the tone in my voice that I had had just a minute ago.
" If you did not notice lady we are bandits, (most laughed after this) and all we want in life is gold, food and a pretty girl waiting in the bedroom". All of them began to eye me differently, as if they had to wait for the fat ones permission before they could look upon me with lust.
" If I must I will give you gold but nothing more. " I tried to buy my way out of the situation however it was clear now that I was not in a position of power.
" I didn't realize you were in the position to negotiate. Do you think we should let her go boys?" He asked the other men with a sneer.25

Several people said no and a few boo's leaked out as they all shouted out some adding whistles and hoots. I wasn't going to fight but I reached for my sword then but before I could pull it out the fat man pulled me down on the ground off Eleave who still tried to thrash her way from the mud. The fat man started to stroke my hair, I kicked him between the legs and he fell into the muddy ground. But then two more of the bandits grabbed me. One grabbed my wrists and the other my ankle. The fat man stood up his face livid but then wobbled over to me grinned, taking much satisfaction he pulled my face to his and kissed me, then knocked me out with the handle of his dagger.26

Being unconcious at the time I have trouble with the details but what I knew was the bandits took me back to their camp. I was tied up inside a large tent. The tent was brown and there were several sachels and packs surrouding me although I was on a bed. My head was aching and in the fogginess of those memories I remember I could hear them outside drinking ale and singing songs that you would only hear in a tavern. I was trying my hardest to pull myself free of the ropes and stay awake but there wasn't anything I could do to fight it. Even though I didn't want to I ended up passing out.27

This hadnt been part of the plan, I didnt know what to do and the thing that woke me up was the sound of footprints coming toward the tent. I grew very scared indeed my wrists sweating and rope burned from being tied to the bedposts. *crunch* *crunch* *crunch* *crunch*. I closed my eyes and began to cry as they grew louder with each step. I lay there on the bed hearing the frightening footsteps grow loud and near....28

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*cruch* *cruch* *crunch* as the footsteps drew closer, louder, scarier. I closed my eyes. I felt a hand on my wrists and I screamed loud out of fear. A hand covered my mouth quickly. I began to kick and fight feeling afraid I heard then a soft voice whispering "It's alright, be still, I'm not going to hurt you." I opened my eyes then to see not a filthy, smelly bandit, but a fair looking young man. My eyes glanced to his chest which had an emblem I recognized one I knew to be worn by knights of Apolon. He smiled for a second and gave me a shush sign. I nodded. He removed his hand from my lips and proceeded to untie me. After he did I moved to stand but flinched as I noticed a sharp pain in my leg. He looked down and touched my leg assessing something. I flinched again. He looked solemn, it was broken. The knight then gave me a re assuring glance as he slowly lifted me up and carried me out of the tent. The bandits had not heard him nor us in their drunken stupor. The Knight snuck us both past the drunken group of bandits swiftly and easily.30

We didnt speak to one another. I mostly out of fear. I also was feeling strange and shivered at the thought of my fate had this man not come to my rescue. I found myself burying my face into his chest as he carried me lightly out of harms way. I wondered briefly about my leg as it throbbed in pain but otherwise I could not help but feel overwhelming gratitude to this man. I took a moment to gaze upon my rescuer. He had chestnut brown hair that was fairly long for a night, it swept aross his face almost. Looking at him I could see he was fairly tall and even in the darkness one could easily tell his eyes were green. I didnt study him further for fear his gaze might fall upon me and he would catch me staring.31


We got to a patch of the forest eventually where I saw a most relieving sight Eleave. The bandits must have gotten lazy and this Knight had found her in the mud. In the darkness I struggled to see how to position myself as the knight raised me onto Eleaves back. I gasped a little as my leg hit her side. It appeared he had no steed, and he walked beside holding the reigns leading Eleave. Once we were safely out of the bandit camp distance (a good mile or more) he helped me off Eleave. 32

Down beside the river bed he pulled out of his side pack some cloth and reached for my skirt, he then stopped.
"May I?" he asked pointing to my leg. I nodded. He pulled up my skirt then to reveal not a broken leg as I had suspected but several wounds.Then without words he began to heal some cuts that I had been given in my sleep from a dull blade, of a somewhat disturbed man. I hadn't even known some were on my face until he had begun to heal those putting an ointment on it. His face was hard and solemn as he did this, making sure to be gentle on the cuts that seemed to appear on my leg, arms and face.33

" Thank you kind sir" I finally said to him once I had regained my voice. I was not sure of who this man was, and why he rescued me.34

" I saw your encounter with them in the forest as I was umm.... scouting for the army for spy's. It wouldn't have been right just to sit there and let that happen to you. So I waited until they became very drunk, to avoid bloodshed." He said then looked at me with a lot of pity. " I'm sorry that I was out numbered, I wish I could've gutted those pigs." He was looking at my wounds disgusted as he remembered the men. I tried to distract his thoughts on them.
" I am afraid that I have nothing to reward your kindness toward me, just please accept my greatest appreciation. I don't know what would have happened if you didn't show up." I then swallowed knowing exactly what would've happened had he not shown up. 35

He seemed to know too, as he did not reply. He just kept busy until he had finished binding my wounds and then started to build a fire. I was able to recognize his frustration with the bandits and remained silent as he worked on the fire. After he had a good blaze going he finally responded his back toward me.36

" I desire nothing as a reward except that you do not mention our meeting to anyone again." He did not look at me when he spoke, he seemed almost shy now.
" I will not speak of it then, if it is what you wish of me. May I ask it of you for one more favour." I felt helpless now, like a lost girl searching for her mother in a marketplace.
" I will do what I can to help." He spoke softly, as he put a hand over his face in gesture that suggested he did not want to help. But I needed to ask.
" I do not know of my whereabouts, perhaps you know how to get back on to the road to Apolon?" I asked desperately realizing that I was indeed lost in a dark wood.
" I will show you to the path tomorrow, I need rest as much as you do. I have been scouting all week." He then laid out a blanket on the ground, and patted it, hinting at me to come and sit. I went to the blanket and sat there, he shifted to the grass allowing me the whole blanket.
" My name is Eve." I said, not having the strength to lie.
" I am Paul a knight of Apolon. I hope that you do not mind my manners. Though from the looks of you, you are a peasant." He looked me over then tossed me my sword. " I believe this is yours, I found it outside the tent. It is not like bandits to carry swords, so it must be yours, odd for a peasant to have such fine weaponry..." He looked at me as if expecting an explination I remained silent. "So my question is why is a peasant woman all alone in the woods, with a strong horse that would no doubt be expensive and a gold lined sword that is not old or dull?" He seemed to read me like a book, however I had a counter statement.
" I suppose I could ask you what a knight of Apolon is doing scouting, for a week when Apolon itself has not had an enemy in 100 years. And especially out to the eastern border so far out at least a days journey....But instead of asking you that I will keep to myself." I said intelligently. He seemed surprised by my insight and then shrugged.
" Fair enough. I will lead you to the path tomorrow. Now I will keep to myself and sleep." He said then yawned and set up a bed at the other side of the fire for himself.37

There was something about this knight that I didn't trust. I stayed awake in fear of a betrayal but then realized that it was not fair for me to not trust this man who had just saved my life. I gazed at the stars, wondering about the castle, about Peri. I pray that Marcus was not seen aiding me in my escape, no doubt a search party had already been sent out. I hoped that I still had the lead on them but it was certain they were closer now that I had been delayed. I turned my gaze from the stars to Paul. He had been tired, as he now slept soundly on the grass a few feet away.38

" Goodnight Paul." I said to the already asleep man.39

I had a huge urge to tell him the truth of who I really was then maybe, he would tell me what his secret was. I decided I would sleep on it and maybe tomorrow tell him the truth. If he would still be there when I woke up that is....40

I had a strange dream that night. I was running through the woods looking for someone. I saw my father. He smiled and yelled for me to come to him. I ran to him and he hugged me.... Then he threw me to the ground in anger and he ran away. I chased after him but as I did my feet began to slow. ..Then I was grabbed by the fat bandit who breathed heavily on me and forced me into a cave.... I did not see anything except black, but then I saw Peri who guided me out into a tall corn field.... I ran again searching for my father but instead Dorian came. Dorian the general of my fathers army appeared and leaned over as if to kiss me......41

It was at this point that I got scared and awakened screaming. Looking around suddenly, I could not see Paul anywhere.42

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"Paul!" I called out for him but I could not see him or his things. Only Eleave tied to a the branch of a tree returned my gaze.44

I supposed it was for the best the quest was my own and I had to see it through that way. So I walked Eleave down a path that I had found and we reached a small village in which a farmer and his wife gave me the direction of Apolon. 45

I never noticed at the time and did not learn until a year later that the faerie Gilda was following me and was trying to learn about me. She was a very curious fairy not many take time in figuring out identities but to try and solve world questions. Although Gilda was not a normal faerie at all she had some tricks about her that will be proven most helpful in the future.46

My leg felt much better than it had previously and I found it easy to mount Eleave. The forest part of the journey was over as we entered the borders of the Assinian kingdom. You could see several fields of harvest much like in my own kingdom of Maline. Watching the workers in the fields as we rode past, I remembered those few times I had with my mother. Distracted by thoughts of her I was glad that there were no encounters for this part of the journey in fact it was the easiest part of the journey. When I reached Apolon I smiled. I had done it me a princess had made it to the city of Apolon. Everywhere you looked there was a person or child smiling. Now I remembered why I came, to save these people.47

The tall stone castle was just a short distance away, The red and white flags blew swiftly in the wind as the midday approached. My heart began to rush as I felt the impending success. I was here, I had made it. 48

With new found determination I rode Eleave as fast as I could up through the village and to the castle where I hoped that King Harold would recognize me again. Harold a good king like my father had been, came to my mothers funeral and told me not to cry. He also came once for a ball when I was 13. I was fortunate that after begging a guard almost to death he decided that he would take me to see the king.49

Harold was sitting on a tall throne that was chiseled out of gold and his crown was silver with rubies. The purple carpet lead to him. I felt like I was home again, only four days away from home and I missed it so. As I approached the king I bowed with respect, I was about to speak when from a side door burst in Paul. I felt like screaming at him but it looked like Paul was angry as he marched up to the king without bowing or being announced.50

" Father, how dare you send the guards after me. I do not wish to be chained up like a slave anymore. I shall live my own life free of overbearing kings and princess suitorettes!" He shouted at Harold. I almost felt like fainting. Paul was... Prince Paul. He hid his royal blood and I had hidden mine, it was so terribly ironic I almost laughed. I kept my head down and tried to stay out of this fight.51

" Paul you will leave me now for I have company perhaps we will talk about this matter latter when we are alone." Harold spoke with a deep voice that you could almost feel in your ears.52

It was then that Paul looked to see who his father was already meeting with. When he saw me his eyes widened and he did not speak for a few seconds. I couldn't help but smirk at him a little.53

" Your highness." I said to him and his father as I curtsied.
" Eve, I didn't mean to leave you the guards showed up and took me away. I would not intentionally abandon you alone in the woods please forgive me." His voice sounded so sincere and apologetic. Meanwhile Harold was trying to figure out what was going on.
" It is alright Paul. I did not have any trouble getting here after. You and I both held our secrets. Since you have given away yours let me share with you mine. I am Princess Eve, daughter of King Stephan of Maline. I have come to see his royal highness King Harold of the Assinian's. It is a matter of great importance." I spoke now with no fear, for I had a quest to finish. Pauls eyes widened and his jaw dropped slightly.
" Eve, I remember you and your father. Last time I saw you, you were but a little girl now you have become a fine young maiden very much like your mother was, very much so right down to the green eyes a long golden hair." King Harold said. Paul was still in a state of shock and just averted his eyes as if I were too royal to be looked upon.
" Yes your highness, now please there is something we must talk about and we must make haste." I took on a serious tone.54

So I proceeded to tell King Harold and Prince Paul of general Dorian. I told them about how my father had never been the same and was poisoned by the advice of his General and how Dorian had muscled Peri out of leadership. Then I told them of the coming danger and warned them to defend their city by all means necessary. Harold believed me and Paul remained silent. Harold said he would summon his army heads to a council and that they would have enough time now to move everyone into a secure fortress that had been built a long time ago, it was stocked with supplies always in case of war. They had not used it because they never had enough of a warning time before. He thanked me and invited me to a banquet that night. I was about to accept when I heard a noise. It was the trumpet call of my country. Just then Dorian and three other men in armor burst into the large hall....55


" Ah,so it is true that you king Harold! Whom we have trusted through many years has stolen our princess!" Dorian yelled in anger then he and the other men drew their swords.
" Stolen! I have not been stolen I came to.... to seek King Harold's council and you have no right to accuse him of such a crime!" I said boldly but Dorian walked right up to me and pulled me by the arm toward the door. Paul sneered.
" You have poisoned our princess' thoughts! No doubt a trick of you and your evil black magicians! This evil will not go un-punished beware, King Harold my King Stephan is greater and for this event we will settle for nothing less than war!" He said grabbing my arm. I felt so much pain in my arm that I could not speak the grasp touched hard on a bandit wound. I felt like I was about to cry. My face tightened and my eyes shut it looked as though I had a headache.
" Please... let... go!" I was begging. Dorian then glared at the King and ran out of the hall. The men of Maline followed behind us. Dorian lifted me onto his horse (finally letting go of my arm, while I protested and tried to get off) then he got up and sat behind me and grabbed my stomach forcing my back against his chest armour.56

He and I were riding very fast out of the village myself in a sense of hostility. I did not like being pressed against him and when we got to the outside of the city I finally decided not to speak to him anymore and protest, but to scream and protest!57

" WHAT ON EARTH ARE YOU DOING! I went to him I was not kidnapped and they were not to be set to blame!" I yelled and frowned at him, then I pulled his hand off my middle.
" Eve, my dear Eve. I am no fool. I knew very well what happened. I am actually very happy that you did decide to try and warn them! You see darling you have finally given me that which I lacked!" He said placing his hands now at my hips (which made me shiver) and he smiled. His addressing me informal also made me queasy especially *darling*.
" What is that Dorian!" I growled moving his hands once again off me.
" Motive, my beauty! We could not go to war without a reason! We were going to make it up but you have now provided us with solid proof! Eve you are a beautiful and quite learned girl, but I will always be smarter and one step ahead of you always! Your journey is over! The war will begin whether you like it or not!" He said proudly. 58

I then thought...tears welling up in my eyes..... I had done this! I had created the war and it was all my fault! I did go to the village in an attempt to warn them but had instead given them even more trouble. The war will now start soon! I began to cry slow tears that streaked down my face. I did not whimper but just cried silent tears of sadness. Then Dorian noticed them.59

" Oh do not blame yourself Eve. They would have been in war with or without your help it was not your fault. Your deep green eyes are not meant to carry tears of despair." He took a finger and whiped off my tear I grimaced. "It is amazing how your mother has passed so much of her beauty to you. You shall make a fine bride!" He said oddly then stopped the horse. " We will camp here tonight tomorrow we do not stop riding we will make it to Maline tomorrow."60

The men set up camp for it was very rude indeed for a woman to help with any work that needs to be done! It gave me time though I thought of what he said about me making a fine bride. I had never thought of marriage. Dorian often spoke informal to me when others were out of earshot, Eve, Darling, Beauty.. bleh. Marriage I thought.... I had never even been in love before. Although he would think of marriages often, as they combine kingdoms, and Dorian lusts after land and power like no other. I grimaced at the thought of using me as a bartering tool. 61

" Your tent is ready, your majesty. Please do sleep well." Dorian said then turned away to talk to his men.62

I went to sleep that night, afraid... afraid for what tomorrow had in store for me next. My Journey is now over, I must now find a way to stop this war from In The Castle.63


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