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And now, this is when things start getting interesting for Sparrow as Queen. Hope you enjoy this chapter. Read and Review.
Chapter 55 – Albion's Greatest defence
Sparrow had sat on the throne for barely two months, and the people and the kingdom already flourished in her rule. Bandit and Assassin activity fell from sight from that one time Sparrow confronted them in Brightwood. People could easily travel between towns without fear. Despite Rose's advice that she should increase her personal guard, Sparrow only trusted Walter, Edward and Bob enough to have at her side. However, Sparrow did shoes to hire a young man called Jasper as her personal aid. The day he started, Rose had a quiet word with him about her sister's health, she had noticed a lot of the time Sparrow ate or slept as she would stay up working over the expansion design of Oakfield they had sent her, or trying to figure out how to make Bloodstone a better place. Jasper made sure that Sparrow would get decent meals every day, as well as rest.
One day, Sparrow was going over a map of Bloodstone, wondering how they could go about changing it for the better. Jasper entered the study, carrying a tray of tea and sandwiches.
"Your Afternoon tea, your majesty." Jasper said
"Thanks Jasper…Albion needs and Orphanage…Do you think I could have one built in Bloodstone, or do you think that is too far?" Sparrow frowned, as Jasper set the tray down and began pouring tea.
"I am just a butler…" He began
"But, I value your opinions Jasper." Sparrow smiled, he nodded.
"Well, in my opinion, madam, I would say Bloodstone is too far for you to place an orphanage." Jasper replied. "Better places maybe Brightwood or Oakfield."
"Hum…Thanks Jasper." Sparrow sat down, accepting the cup Jasper presented. "Oakfield does seem like the perfect place, and Brightwood has that farm."
"Indeed, your majesty." Jasper nodded, Sparrow took a sip.
"Lovely teas as always." Sparrow smiled calmly.
"Thank you." Jasper nodded his head.
"Sparrow!" Rose, Walter, Edward and Bob rushed in, Sparrow almost choked on her tea.
"What?" She asked, placing the cup down before she spilt it.
"News from Oakfield. A foreign ship docked at Oakfield early this morning. The occupants of the ship are causing issues for the people. The report was brief and we are not sure what trouble they are causing." Rose said, Sparrow stood up.
"Then, let's get there quickly." Sparrow told them
Sparrow had never seen Oakfield in such disarray! She drew her sword.
"What do we do?" Walter asked
"Find the foreigners and throw them in the sea." Sparrow replied simply, before rushing off. She had just entered the residential area of Oakfield when she bumped into her first foreigner. "HEY!" She growled, they looked at her and smirked. They spoke in another language. "Sorry, I don't speak jerk!" Sparrow growled, she kicked the man in the chest. She stood above him as he looked up. "Now, get out of my kingdom!" she glared. With the help of her guards, they pushed them back to their ship. Sparrow pushed their ship off, before throwing the foreigners on to it. They looked back towards Albion as they sailed off. "And stay out of my kingdom!" She yelled, she then turned to her guards. "Do you think they understand me?"
"Even if they can't understand you, I bet our actions made our feelings clear." Walter smiled "I wonder where they came from…"
"Well, as long as they don't bother us again, I am good." Sparrow said, she turned to the people. "Is everyone okay?" People nodded "Edward and Bob, I need you to take statements from everyone here. Walter, we will head back t the castle. We need to work on a better defence system." Sparrow said
"Yes, your majesty." They nodded. On the way back to the castle, Walter saw the worried, thoughtful expression on Sparrow's face, he was unsure how to comfort her. Her kingdom had just been attack in a sense. How did that weigh on a ruler's heart?
Sparrow sent Walter to explain the situation to Rose, whilst Sparrow went to her study with a heavy heart. She had a feeling the foreigners would be back. She had no idea where they were from, nor what they were hoping to achieve. She didn't believe she had ever heard a story in which Albion had been attacked by foreigners. Jasper came in with a tray of tea once more.
"Just in time Jasper. I need your help." Sparrow looked at him.
"I am here to serve you." Jasper told her.
"Do you know any history books that may mention if Albion has ever been attacked in the past?" Sparrow asked
"I don't believe it was. Back in the days I heard that all the countries of this world knew of the powers that heroes held and thus keep their distance. They may have forgotten that now, or like us, may believe the tales of heroes were just tales. If they see you, they may remember and keep their distance again." Jasper said
"Right…" Sparrow frowned "could you take a few notes for me?"
"Of course." Jasper got out a little note book and a quill. Sparrow went through what changes needed to made and short-term solutions that would last until they could come with a long term solution. Jasper wrote everything down, knowing he would have to pass it on to Rose later own.
