The Attack

"An attack?!" Renat was in shock. He was not trained for battle and had never seen so much as a minor skirmish.

Mairwen's face was serious. "We have to warn the garrison."

Eira shook her head. "You have to stay here, Your Highness. You must stay safe."

"I am of the Royal Family. I will not stand idly by and let others suffer or die." The Princess fled from her hiding place. Eira and Renat were forced to follow her as she ghosted along the ground. Fortunately the enemy was coming at an oblique angle and not focused on them. By the time the opposing force noticed them, it was too late to intercept the trio. Trying to do so would have given away their position. Instead, a lone arrow whizzed wide as they shut the small kitchen entrance.

Mairwen looked for the night watch. She spotted the one guarding the door, who had drawn his sword at their entrance. He lowered it as he recognized the newcomers. "Rouse the troops. An attack is incoming. Find the spymaster."