Fear gripped the girls' hearts as they held onto one another tightly. "What is happening?" Emily cried out. "Why are they targeting us?" Sarah's voice trembled as she clutched onto Eva's arm. "We must make it back to the palace safely. Hold on, my friends!" Thomas skillfully dodged each arrow, his focus unwavering. The carriage raced towards the palace gates, its wheels spinning with urgency. The pounding of hooves echoed through the night as the horses strained to outrun the looming threat. Finally, the palace came into view, its towering walls a symbol of safety. With a final burst of speed, the carriage dashed through the gates, the attackers disappearing into the shadows. Eva, Emily, and Sarah stumbled out of the carriage, their bodies trembling with a mix of relief and disbelief.

