Two days later we left Jaks with much fanfare and started our procession to Inhar. We tried to put on as much of a show as possible in case there were any spies within the castle. They needed to report that we were moving as if we believed we would be welcomed in Inhar, not as if we were ready for battle at any moment. I wore a gown for the spectacle and proudly rode in front of our giant army with Halvor. The warrior nobles rode behind us with the elite warriors behind them. Our banners streamed behind us, with the blue crest of the Northern Kingdom proudly displayed. We kept a close eye on our surroundings, watching for any signs of bandits or spies lurking around us. I felt a small sense of relief when Halvor announced that we would make camp for the night. We traveled witho

