[Mid-morning]
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Within the tent of the Crown Prince, of the Southern Kingdom's troops hideout, on the lands of the Empire, a worn and frustrated Prince sat behind a large, wooden table while a nervous and concerned noble servant named Cyrus stood in his presence. He addressed the Prince, mindful of the words he did say
Cyrus: But, Your Highness, this is the second correspondence from His Majesty received, requesting your return. Should you not heed it? I fear that he may...may have both of our heads if we do not leave now.
Roman: ...
Cyrus: Your Highness?
Roman: ...How did father come to know?
Cyrus: My Prince, I believe that- I mean, it's quite possible that one of Prince Damian's men reported it to His Majesty
Roman: ....
Cyrus: ....
Roman: Very well then. I will go.
Cyrus: -sigh- I shall accompany you then
Roman: No.
He stood. And as he did, he closed his eyes and further stated
Roman: I need you here. Remain with the men and stay alert. Have my horse brought to me instead.
Cyrus: At once, my Prince
With a sharp bow of the head, Cyrus turned to exit the tent, but suddenly a soldier hesitantly entered.
He glanced at Cyrus' face and then looked ahead, towards Roman. And with a nod of the head he said
Soldier: Pardon me Your Royal Highness. But you have guests. They're-
They did not require an announcement of who they were, Roman already knew. His father's men. And the three of them entered his tent without so much acknowledging the soldier's or Cyrus' presence; they stood tall and threatening.
The first one to enter, immediately spoke. His words, loud and clear.
-- Good day, Your Royal Highness. In the name of your father, the King, His Majesty Valentin Du Mont, we are hereby ordered to escort you back to the Castle immediately. You are to accompany us this instant.
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[Mid Afternoon- At the Southern Kingdom's Castle]
His father's study was where he was being led to. Neither for his protection nor for fear of him becoming lost on his way there but the soldiers accompanied him the entire way.
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BLACK ARROW - ACT 1
FantasyACT 1 ~ Alexander; a young prince of the Southern Kingdom, the youngest and often compared to his older brothers because of his failings. With the annual hunt close at hand and having come of age to participate, he finds himself having to disprove t...
