Note: Sorry about the confusion about whether or not Kel had disguised herself as a boy. I had written several chapters at once including this one and hadn't realized that I had hinted at Kel disguising herself, but hadn't said it outright. I also have three more chapters written. So the more that you review, the faster I update.
"I would like to introduce The Kraken," Lord Wyldon informed the third and fourth year pages as well as the squires who had gathered for swords practice, "He will be refining your swordsmanship skills while the final preparations for the Procession are complete."
The boys weren't listening though, they were staring at the young boy beside Lord Wyldon with awe. He was the same age as many of the boys and tall. You could see the muscle ripple through the fabric of his uniform - a brilliant blue tunic, breeches, and shirt with a very realistic looking kraken embroidered on it who's eyes were filled with mystery and surprise. His skin was an almond color and his hair, which was jet black was braided in the same fashion as was popular among the men of The Yamani Islands. Belted to his side was a sword in a plain sheath. The sword's hilt was gold with a single emerald set in it.
There eyes were quickly diverted to another boy knight as Lord Wyldon informed them that The Kraken and The Horse would first give them a demonstration. He was an inch or two taller than The Kraken as well as a year or two older. Like The Kraken he had an almond complexion and wore his black hair in a braid. His uniform was black and had on it a rearing white horse whose eyes showed determination. Lightning flashed in the background. His sword was also in a plain sheath and had a gold hilt except the jewel, which was set in the hilt was a ruby.
The boys moved aside as Kel and Henrik moved into position. They unsheathed their swords and then set upon one another when Lord Wyldon gave a slight nod of his head.
The boys were transfixed. They would be intertwined, bodies touching, only to suddenly pull apart and then join again moments later. Their swords became blurs as did their bodies. As they fought on their moves become more complex and impressive. This went on for hours.
The older pages and squires were soon joined by knights, the younger pages, teachers, servants, and even the royal family.
Finally after many hours Kel did a very complex twist of her sword, which sent Henrik's sword flying over his head. With a flick of her wrist her sword was at his throat.
"I yield," he said and took a step back.
The crowd sent up a cheer. They hadn't seen fighting as good as that from anyone besides Alanna in a long time.
Lord Wyldon stood back impressed, glad that the marriage would make these two nations into allies instead of enemies.