For days they trekked.
An entire army, propelled by anger and the instinct to protect their kingdom, moving forward at all costs. Ideally, it should have only taken about a day to arrive and face the enemy, however, time was not on their side. About a week into their journey, they are almost there. The Page, Jacob, finally catches up with David to deliver a letter to him, which he is very excited to receive. Tomorrow is the day they plan to fight, so any word from his love will surely lift his spirits.
My Dear David,
I pray you get this letter soon, as I know you will be charging into battle in a matter of days. Do not worry about my safety, my love. I assure you I am perfectly safe where I am. Focus all of your energy on being prepared and fighting. I know you'll come out victorious! I expect nothing less of my knight! As for what I said previously about Lord English… I will reveal everything to you when we meet. It isn't safe to disclose anything specific through these letters. As soon as you return, please meet up with me so I can be sure you're okay.
I have found Miss Lalonde. It was very nice speaking to her, and I'm sure she would love to speak to you as well! It was a small distance away, in the village of Derse, but it was well worth the trip. She has been in touch with the Heir as well, and tells me the kingdom has many plans to ensure our protection. I suppose you will be assisting them! The odds are turning in our favor. The clouds are fading, the wind stable and excellent, and the light is truly shining.
As for our location, meet me in the outer forests of the village of Prospit. I am currently toward the South end of the village, far from the golden towers. Travel through the forest until you come across a fair-sized lake. It will harbor strange ruins, and there will be many frogs nearby. I hope to see you as soon as possible- it has been much too long- and I promise to help as much as I can. Stay safe in battle, and be victorious! I love you David.
Yours truly, forever,
Jade Harley
The young knight thanks the page while his ever-present stoic expression remains on his face. He struggles through his excitement and nervousness to maintain the respect he has from the others. In fact, he's only ever broken it to Jade.
"Alright men! We camp here tonight, and shall charge tomorrow. Let us show Lord English and his terrible Black Army how the Kingdom of Skaia defends itself! Let us show them that we are not a force to be messed with!", a leader's voice calls.
"Huzzah!", answers an army.
David draws a deep breath. It was only a matter of time, now.