The next day, the early morning sun rose and shone brightly upon the tower; then moved softly over the training ground surface, the only audible sound was the sound of birds, compared to the market's uproar. Derek decided they should all stay with Elaine for a few more days: he felt if he had to take Mark and Biggy with him they needed more combat training and Elaine was gladly able to supervise them.
At the training ground, Elaine stood tall with her staff in her hand; her eyes closed as she listened to the sound of birds and animals doing their morning business, and the whispers of grass and plant; behind her, stood the three warriors, looking ready as ever for battle, although one was rather distracted by the sight of a little female catering for the horse, she sucks in a breath as th
