Chapter Eleven: The Castle of Stashashon

Entering the princesse's abode, Avery was again, dumbfounded by the beauty and extravagance of the place.

"I have never seen something of this quality before. And yet I must be dreaming", mused the Prince viewing his surroundings.

Pulling him aside, Toru addressed him: "Boy, I advise you to not rush headlong into any such thing without my approval."

"Sir, my life has been turned upside down, for I must be now in love with this most gorgeous princess of charm."

"Son, we must focus on the mission ahead. We have to hear what this lady has to say. Please, cease your foolish frolicking and stay focused."

Letting his arm go, he walked ahead following the princess; Apologizing for the abrupt halt.

Entering a very large room where many other fairies stood waving to the knights, Princess Sasha spoke: "Friends, kingdom of Stashashon, for centuries we have hid, awaiting the brave team of knights who would deliver from the hand of Azackton, the kingdoms of men and magic. Now, I present to you, a lad from the great and rich city, Cravon; A lad by the title of Avery. This lad, friends, is the young man of legendary power. Too long have we stood helplessly, and watched the brute wizard, both murder and enslave millions upon the multi universes. But now, O citizens, here is the man who wields the power and courage to kill him."

At this exclamation, the Sprights of Spring roared with applause, and surrounding Avery and the knights, kissed their feet and bowed reverently.

"Dear Princess Sasha, I and my men, are most glad to assist you and your people. But Azackton is a powerful force to witness. For we have battled with him recently and saw how much more magic he now knows", replied the Prince stepping forward. "Nevertheless what he may conjure, I will fight till my last breath."

"Your bravery is most wonderful, Avery. Indeed we citizens of Shashashon, know the might within Azackton. That is why we have kept safe, The Scroll of Internal Light for when you would come to deliver us."

"The scroll! You have it?", Halu questioned with a look of excitement.

"We are its sole protection until the hero would arrive, brave warrior", She answered him.

"If you would kindly show us, sweet lady, I would be most grateful", said Toru.

"But of course, sir", the princess replied.