At dawn, a royal carriage drawn by 4 magnificent white steeds drew up at near the palace entrance. Emily boarded the ride accompanied by Jake, Marcus and Zill. Edmund and Lucis joined them shortly; each dressed in full plate armor and armed with their weapon of choice. Count Ferol had tried to dissuade his son in vain. He was determined to assist the Queen on her journey. It was a 7 hours ride to Sylvarium on a clear day.
Lord Vilmund bid goodbye to the delegation and prayed for their success as the carriage wheels glided smoothly on a newly paved road. Once they had left Valenwood, Edmund overtook the carriage on his chestnut mare. It was his job to scout the road ahead and make sure it was free of any danger. Meanwhile, Lucis steadied his horse and rode alongside the royal carriage as t
