Spring 965 MC
Bronwyn stared at the guards. "This will not do," she declared.
"I"m sorry?" said Fitz.
"These guards are common," she clarified.
"Yes, they"re all over the Palace, in fact."
"No," said the princess. "I mean they are of common birth. They are most unsuitable for one of Royal Birth."
"Ah, I thought that might end up being the case. Allow me a moment if you will?"
He poked his head outside the door. "Come in, gentlemen."
Two warriors entered, each wearing the plate and chain armour that was becoming so common in Merceria.
"Allow me to introduce Sir Greyson and Sir Hector, Knights of the Sword."
Both men bowed, Sir Greyson with much more of a flourish. Sir Hector, the younger of the two, added "Your Highness," to his response.
"These men are both distinguished members
