The Sage had let us rest, we spent several hours trying to get used to the high altitude. Breathing properly seemed next to impossible. Though Marina looked like she was already getting used to it.
Even in our youth Marina had always been strong. She was from a family of noblemen, the strongest knights in the kingdom. Most days I saw her, she was practicing her swordsmanship.
Me on the other hand before I became King most of my time was split between learning swordsmanship and learning to rule a country. Actually it's more like I spent most of my time learning to rule.
Early on as a child I could beat her in matches but one time I found myself down on the ground at the end of her practice sword. It was after that day that I never got a chance to fight her again.
It was no wonder she had adjusted so quickly. I wasn't in as good of shape as her.
"My lord?" Marina snuck up behind me.
"I . . . Told you, don't call me . . . That."
"Adrian the sage wishes to speak with us."
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Seeking Lost Paradise (CPN)
RomanceA desperate man, seeking forgiveness for his sins. He seeks his joy and life. He only prays his lost love will take him back. Nothing will stop him or stand in his way. What will love drive him to do?
