The royal chamber, a canvas of shared moments and unspoken doubts, faded into the backdrop as I ventured forth to join Vidar and confront the kingdom's mysteries that lay beyond the castle walls.
The courtyard unfolded before me as I ventured into the morning light, greeted by the majestic sight of a carriage adorned with intricate designs. Pulled by two resplendent white horses, it seemed to await our journey with a quiet anticipation.
The air held a crispness, and the scent of blooming flowers hinted at the promise of a new day.
A stoic castle guard opened the carriage door, his expression unreadable. He gestured for me to step inside, and as I approached, I met Vidar's gaze. He sat within, an enigmatic air about him, and a palpable tension hung in the carriage's interior.
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