Deception & Betrayal

Askild had sounded the retreat and the forces fell back with Asmund watching them with a sense of accomplishment, he understood that he had done irreparable damage to them.

"King Asmund, should we chase after them?" A Viking asked but Asmund shook his head to disapprove of this suggestion.

"Return to the walls…" King Asmund said, and the gates were opened to welcome Asmund back in, the cheers and roars were ravenous.

Signy could not believe his father was this strong and knew at that moment he would never be able to fill his shoes.

Asmund was loved and he had the strength to gain the respect of his Vikings, these were two important components that made him virtually invisible.

"Father!" Signy shouted the moment he saw King Asmund, Amsund welcomed his son with a warm embrace as he had now assumed command of the walls seeing as Signy's part was done.