Kally stormed out of her father's office. He had said it; again.

No.

His Champion was the first female knight in over 100 years, and his wife an expert archer. But could she try for her knighthood?

No.

She just wanted to live up to her parents, her aunts and uncles. To be a knight, a hero. She knew he walked a fine line, establishing reforms while placating the conservatives. But could he press the issue this once, for her?

No.

At that moment she hated her father. He promised changes; but to her, the answer was always -

"No."