Oathbreaker: an anorian tale

Chapter 1: The Summons

Alexzander Saber and his twin sister Alice, both loyal paladins in service to the Empire, walked briskly through the corridors of the imperial palace. Their steps echoed against the grand marble walls as they made their way towards the chamber where Empress Evilyn held court.

The siblings shared a close bond, not only as family but also as comrades in arms. Their swords, gleaming at their sides, were a testament to their dedication to protecting the empire and upholding justice.

As they neared the chamber, Alice glanced at her brother, concern etching her features. "I wonder what the empress wants with us," she mused, her voice filled with a mix of curiosity and anticipation.

Alexzander nodded, his eyes reflecting a similar sentiment. "I've heard rumors of unrest at the border. Perhaps she wishes to assign us a mission to investigate and put an end to it."

Alice furrowed her brow. "A rebellion? That would be troubling news indeed. Our duty as paladins is to ensure peace and stability throughout the empire."

They reached the grand doors of the chamber and paused for a moment, taking a deep breath to steady themselves. With a shared nod, they pushed open the doors and entered the presence of the empress.

Empress Evilyn, regal and commanding, sat upon her throne, her gaze fixed upon her loyal knights. Her voice resonated with authority as she addressed them.

"Alice. Alexzander. I have summoned you both for an urgent matter," the empress announced, her tone grave yet composed. "Reports of a rebellion brewing at the border between our empire and the dwarf realm of Kith Morgal have reached my ears."

Alexzander's eyes narrowed, his grip on the hilt of his sword tightening. "We will not let the fires of rebellion threaten our homeland, Your Highness," he declared, his voice filled with conviction.

Alice stepped forward, her voice steady. "We stand ready to undertake any mission you assign us, Empress Evilyn. Our blades are at your service."

The empress nodded, her expression a mix of concern and confidence. "I have faith in your abilities, my loyal paladins. The Empire's fate rests in your hands. Go forth, investigate the situation, and quell the rebellion should it prove true."

As the siblings left the chamber, Alice turned to Alexzander, a sense of determination in her eyes. "We must act swiftly and decisively, brother. The people rely on us to protect them and maintain order."

Alexzander nodded, his jaw set with determination. "Indeed, sister. We shall face this challenge together, as we always have. Our strength lies not only in our skills but in our unyielding bond as siblings."

They continued their journey towards the borderlands, their steps purposeful and their minds focused. The weight of their mission bore upon their shoulders, but they knew they were prepared for whatever awaited them.

As they ventured forward, Alice and Alexzander, the twin paladins, shared whispered words of encouragement and support. They were ready to face the rebellion, to safeguard their homeland, and to prove their unwavering loyalty to the empire they served.

And so, with hearts ablaze and their blades ever at their sides, the journey of Alice and Alexzander Saber began, their destinies intertwined with the fate of the empire, and the trials and tribulations that awaited them on the borderlands.

Unbeknownst to her loyal knights, the empress though had a hidden agenda. While rumors of rebellion swirled, it was not the rebellion itself that concerned her. No, it was the mere notion of dissent, of subjects daring to voice their needs and desires, that fueled her sinister plot.