Killing the swamp monsters had a strange effect on the surrounding landscape. The swamp began contracting and it gradually receded from the elven fields outside Sylvarium, returning to its original domain. The mists slowly evaporated as the bright midday sun showered the damp undergrowth with its warm rays.
Emily wasted no more time and rain straight up to Edmund who was still lying on the ground. She feared he might be dead but just as she lifted his head; he opened his eyes and began moaning in pain.
“Ah, my head. It hurts like hell.”
Once he was back to his senses, he noticed Emily supporting him on her lap. The young squire turned red in embarrassment and jolted himself away from her. “I am so sorry, Queen Emily. Please forgive my unmannerly behavior.”
“It’s alright, I was just tr
