It is noon as the spring’s sunny day is not comparably hotter than summer heat it may be somewhat describe rejuvenating heat as the winter ends and every ice will have their time to thaw out until summer season reaches.
There is a bumpy dirt road used by merchants to transfer goods, farmers to sell their products to the retailers and etc. Clattering sounds echoes as three (3) horse riders gallops the dirt road in such a hurry manner. The riders angled their upper body frontward as they hold tightly on the lease and continued to press forward. Eventually they decided to slow down letting the horses catch their breath then also letting the riders stretch their muscles from an stifling position when galloping.
The riders wear an insignia on their right shoulder guard that symbolizes the Kathra’an kingdom as they wore full iron plate armor that shines cause by the heightened sunlight but among the three (3) there is a knight differ in terms of their armor design, this knight has a cape covering the left shoulder formal clothing for noble knights. A knight presumes to speak to this knight, to let out his opinion about their journey.
“Lady Beatrice, I apologize to my rudeness. May I ask a question?” She nods slightly as a sign letting him speak “Thanks My lady, I may ask what is the context of our mission we were informed in a short notice that we haven’t had the time to ask on our purposes and what is the mission.” Beatrice removes her helmet, her blond hair, sharp golden eyes emphasizing her elegant beauty and nobility. The two (2) knights were in awe as they appreciate the attractive appeal of Beatrice. “It was personally handed to me by Master Philip, you two (2) were chosen as my companion for this journey, do not worry I will handle the talking just watch my back for the time being.” She said it with a clear and fierce tone, but it was a rather charismatic tone that adds to the value of leadership. “We will not let you down my lady!” The knights slight bows to show their undying loyalty to their superior. “I appreciate your loyalty” But it was rather odd for Master Philip to sent me and recruit a person out here in the woods, Even though the Knight academy possesses future recruits but I guess the letter Master Philip gave me will do the trick.
“We should press forward so we can arrive at the village and take our rest” still unsure she decides to trust the letter and make haste “Yes! My Lady, ” they replied with an impressive tone.
Several minutes later the knights arrived at the entrance of a distant village, Beatrice tries to talk with a local villager “Can I ask you where is the village chieftain?” the villager is awed and answers “I-in the ce-center on the village yo-you can see the chieft-ten’s house” he stutters multiples times but Beatrice still understood what he said “Thank you!”.
Beatrice slowly gallops her way towards the chieftain’s house, she witnesses the cheerful children and contented adult satisfied with their living in the village, Beatrice had an opposite description in her mind on how outskirt villages looked but this village is nothing but a heaven of peaceful and pleasant life away from any conflicts. Is this village protected by Master Philip? There are no guards so it is unlikely, a magic beast will probably pillage this village without any proper defence. Beatrice tries to piece together as a matter of fact she is amazed on the status of the village.
Kids look at them with an admiring gaze as it is their first time to see knights in their village marching with horses. “Hey, hey they look like soldiers,” “That horse is big, I want to ride it,” “Wow, shiny clothes,” The children express their admiration as they glance innocently. Beatrice’s companion gallops near her “My lady, this village is part of the Cameron clan’s territory famous for their slavery business, and I am slightly baffled that this peaceful village is part of that clan,” Beatrice smiles and cheerfully replied “We will know the reasons once we reach the chieftain,” Beatrice answer is logical, leaving him convinced with her verdict “Thank you Lady Beatrice for considering my opinion”.
Out of nowhere, a wood bench flew with that near hit situation from the companions of Beatrice. “What t-the actual fuck was t-that? It almost hit me!” It stunned the other knight even Beatrice couldn’t react properly. I didn't see that it was too fast for me to react?. Even Beatrice was astonished.
Afterwards a man shouts, pointing his anger to someone, “Fuck! get out of my house it is my day off for christ’s sake!”, A villager escape out of that man’s house and he is about to pass over Beatrice. “Phew I really don't enjoy talking to him when Sunday, he becomes hot headed when his day off is being breach”, The man gave out a sigh to relieve his stress. Beatrice seems to be interested, unfortunately she still decides to continue their mission “Let’s move”.
Finally, they reached their destination and saw the chieftain taking his tea on a rocking chair, relaxing in the middle of the afternoon. Beatrice gets off the horse and approach the chieftain in leisure. “Pardon chieftain, My name is Beatrice Aldaine Carrion we have a mission from Philip Arthuro Carrion of the Carrion clan to this person named Edward, may we know where he is?” Beatrice directly informed the chieftain about their intentions. The chieftain slowly stands up from his chair. “So what kind of business ya’ll have with thee’s man?” The chieftain is sounds enlightened on what he heard from Beatrice “I apologize for the rudeness but it is a personal request from Master Philip to send this letter so we have no idea about its contents.” “I see” The old man is strangely disappointed when he heard about the letter. “Come with me. I’ll directly point out where he lives.”
The four (4) of them take a walk few houses away from the chieftains house. This is the house we crossed earlier. The old man knocks on his door. “Edward ya got visitors, can ya go out of a bit?” Edward didn’t respond on the chieftain’s message. “Edward get yer arse up here or I’ll burn up yer so called precious collection” a sudden rummage came from the house and it also suddenly stopped. What in the world is happening in there? Beatrice is confused on Edward’s reaction from the chieftain. Afterwards the door slightly opens creating a irritating *creak* sound as he creeps through the small gap on the door. “Hey old man you know it is Sunday, right?” He whispers “Ye I knew so get yer ass up here” Edward takes a glimpse on the knights behind the chieftain. What a weird guy. Beatrice couldn’t comprehend Edward’s weird reactions making her release a light sigh.
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Edward’s Living Room.
Beatrice is sitting on the comfy couch beside her is the old chieftain while her companions knights are outside guarding the perimeter. Edward lethargically position himself on the couch while glaring towards Beatrice, Nobody in the room hasn’t started the conversation because of Edward’s sharp glares with his tied long hair wearing a white long sleeve shirt. Edward grabbed a cup of tea from the table he brought and blatantly sips loud making the environment even awkward. This guy… I can’t even comprehend what type of person he is.
Beatrice can’t stand out Edward’s personality as he continues to be rude towards a Noble lady. While Beatrice is having her moment, Edward finally breaks the stalemate situation. “So, what does a noble like you want with me?” he asked with a sharp tone. “Philip Arthuro Carrion of the Carrion clan wants to recruit you to join the clan Elite For…” while Beatrice is at the middle of her dialogue, Edward makes a short snort as he covers his smile. “What’s funny?” it made Beatrice furious, disrupting a noble while speaking is a sign of disrespect. “Yep, all of what you said was fucking funny” Beatrice immediately grabbed her sword and pointed it toward Edward “You disrespectful commoner!”.
Edward ignored her and continues to sip his tea “Why don’t you give the letter first lady Beatrice so you can catch up on what is Master Philip’s relationship with Edward” Having said by the chieftain it made Beatrice calm down, What is the relationship of this bastard to Master Philip? “I understand. ”Beatrice sits down and takes out the letter with the insignia of Philip and gave it to the chieftain. The old Chieftain act as a mediator for the two (2) of them.
Chieftain gives the letter to Edward and whispers to him “Read it for now, ya both had a history together”. “Tch!” Edward got irritated and suddenly grabbed the letter and opened it.