Under cover of darkness, Quinus and his convoy arrived at the outskirts of the Capital City of Tairal after a series of events that had unfolded over the past eight hours.
As the carriage rumbled along the road, Sir George rode his horse up to the left side and rapped on the window. Quinus promptly slid down the window and extended his head out, taking in the passing scenery.
"What is it, Sir George?" Quinus inquired.
"We should arrive in Tairal within the hour, My Lord. We'll enter through the southern entrance. Make sure the ladies are covered up. We don't need the citizens seeing them," Sir George instructed.
"I will, thank you, Sir George," Quinus said before closing the window. He then looked over at Dalia, Nieren, Yuliana, and Rya, "We're almost there. Once we're inside, you four will have to keep your hoods up until we reach the palace," Quinus told them.
"We understand," Rya replied.
Yuliana and Nieren nodded while Dalia snuggled up with Percy. The wolfkin looked tired and was trying not to fall asleep.
"Wow, what a long day, huh, Dalia?" Quinus remarked, and she nodded in agreement.
"Yes, Beta. I've been staying up too late with Gamma. I think it's been catching up to me," Dalia replied with a yawn.
"Well, you can rest once we get to the palace," Quinus reassured her.
"Thank you, Beta. I can see why Alpha likes you," Dalia said as she yawned again.
Quinus, Johan, and the other girls couldn't help but giggle at the sight of the wolfkin.
"Hey... Take a nap if you need to, Dalia. We'll wake you when we get there," Percy told her, and Dalia smiled as she nuzzled into Percy's chest.
As Quinus, Johan, and the girls gazed out the window, they marveled at the breathtaking scenery unfolding before them. The outline of the capital city gradually emerged, captivating their attention. Rya's elven eyes, with their superior night vision, allowed her to discern the details of the imposing, high walls and the grand gate, offering a glimpse of the immense size of the capital. She also spotted the massive structures nestled within the walls, their outlines looming in the distance. The buildings, seemingly taller than they appeared, were accentuated by the presence of a colossal hill at the city's center. This sight evoked comparisons to New York City, yet the gothic and medieval aesthetic of the buildings lent the capital a unique and enchanting allure.
The sun dipped below the horizon, and they finally arrived at the city's southern gate. The imposing gates swung open, and the convoy of carriages made its way into the capital. The streets were lined with grand, towering buildings, each more magnificent than the last. Enchanted torches illuminated the bustling streets, casting a warm glow on the elaborate architecture and vibrant banners adorning the stone structures.
As the carriage journeyed onward, its wheels clattered over the uneven cobblestone streets, finally coming to a halt just a block away from the magnificent Royal Palace. The surroundings were shrouded in darkness, with no signs of life near the imposing twenty-foot-tall concrete wall. Suddenly, a solitary guard emerged from a small guardhouse nestled within the wall and made his way toward the carriage.
"State your business," the guard requested.
Sir Richard rode his horse over to the guard and addressed him, "A night sparrow needs a place to return."
The guard nodded knowingly as he whispered the code phrase, "It depends on the night. The night may not always be a good time to return," he said.
"But this night can be a good time. One just has to know the right bird," Sir Richard answered.
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