Synopsis: In the tranquil village of Melodin, a pair of twins with unparalleled destinies are born. While one is enveloped in the warmth of village life, the other is ushered into the splendor of royalty. They are not merely children of fate but the...
A summons from King Aldric caused the normal activity that was going on inside Elden Wood Castle to be disrupted.
"Commander Cedric!," he yelled. A guard conveyed the message, and the tone of his voice suggested that time was of the essence. "The king requests your presence immediately," the guard said.
Cedric was a little taken aback by the news and asked, "What urgent matter has arisen that the king seeks me?"
The guard made an uncomfortable movement and said, "He did not say, Sir." Only that you be delivered to him as quickly as possible. He sounded... agitated."
Cedric, who was feeling a little uneasy about the situation, muttered, "What a time for this!" and then hurried to the main hall, leaving his coffee half-finished.
Immediately after he entered, King Aldric greeted him and said, "Cedric, there's a village I wish to learn more about. But first, could you please explain why you are drenched in sweat? Have you been making circuits around my fortress recently?" He was joking.
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Cedric made an attempt at a smile as he apologized, "My apologies, My Lord. I arrived in a hurry. Which town are you talking about, exactly?"
"The one that is well-known for its music and dancing. Melodin, if I'm not mistaken," Aldric said further.
Cedric's expression changed as the realization set in. "Melodin, how I've missed thee. A community that is visited by relatively few people. What aspects of it pique your interest?
King Aldric moved in closer and said, "I need you to find twins that were recently born there." Once located, please bring them along with their parents to this location. I would like for them to make the castle their home.
Cedric, who was aware of the seriousness of the situation, replied, "Understood." I'll get going as soon as I can."
During the course of their travels, one of Cedric's warriors asked him, "Sir, do you have any idea why the king desires these twins?"
Cedric responded with a thoughtful statement, "Not certain, but I feel like there's more to this than meets the eye." As the evening wore on, another knight proposed to the commander that they find a place to take refuge. This is not the safest neighborhood to be in at night.
Exactly at that moment, a strange old man appeared and said, "Travelers, nightfall is drawing near." My home is not too far away. Relax there, and I will show you the way to Melodin when the morning comes. One of the knights, who was filled with gratitude, exclaimed, "Fortune smiles upon us tonight! Just now, we were talking about finding a safe haven.
The question was posed by the elder as they sat around a bonfire in the middle of the elder's backyard while they sipped on herbal tea. "What brings the castle's knights this far?"
Cedric added, "We are looking for Melodin, but I did not anticipate there would be a dwelling in this area."
The old man nodded and said, "Melodin can be found beyond the forest." However, traveling at this time could be extremely dangerous. What is it about Melodin that fascinates you?
