Assa was beyond feeling insulted by the princess twins. They liked to make it seem like Assa was a dumb commoner. If that made them feel better, she supposed it was no loss to her.
I’ve read a book or two in my life, said Assa.
Well, we have these books, said Dusk. In the castle. They’re really really old and they tell all about dragons. And other things too.
Yes, said Dawn. Like how the land was in the olden days.
How was it? said Assa.
We’ll let you read the book, said Dusk. When you save us.
That’s another thing, said Assa. How come I’m the one to save everyone? I don’t know anything about being a hero.
That’s just it, dummy, said Dusk. Heroes don’t come from royalty. The hero that saves the land is always always a commoner. Like you.
Except I’m not a commoner, said Assa. I’m yo
