[DAYS BEFORE]
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[Petite Hills - Inside Prince Damian's tent]
[Mid-morning]
[Southern Kingdom encampment]
The princes discussion was interrupted.
Having received not only orders from their father but also a report on the enemy; Alex now found himself standing at a table, with a map in focus and amongst the generals' boisterous deliberations.
He stood beside his brother in silence while he listened and observed.
General #1: His Majesty's orders were clear. We await the arrival of the Eastern men before breaking camp
Commander: Agreed. His Majesty did. But our scouts observed them not only camping atop the hills but also...
General #2: ...
Damian: Go on, Commander
Commander: ..Also, en route towards the Empire's ranks, General Superior
General #2: Then they are not here to join us?
Commander: ...
General #2: Traitorous cowards have betrayed us!
General #1: Then it was foolish to believe that they would truly betray their own.
Alex then recognised the familiar glare upon Damian's face.
Usually reserved for his brother, he observed how the threatening stare made the man shift uneasily, as he added
General #1: I- Forgive me, General Superior-
Damian: Send word to the King and the Crown Prince. Make them aware of what was observed..
Commander: Yes, General Superior
Damian: ..And that there will be changes. We proceed nonetheless. The troops will now be divided..
The Prince stated as he pointed on the map
Damian: ..Here and here. To cover our backs, should they try anything..
The men's faces were steely and focused but Alex knew that his bore a different expression; one of deep concern and anxiety
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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...
