Chapter 6: Shadows

Returning to their barracks, Sir Everard and Lady Eveline shared a heavy silence. The revelations of the king weighed heavily on their minds. As the night unfolded, they found themselves immersed in thoughts of the looming enigma and the layers of history that seemed to obscure the truth.

The next day, the sun rose with a deceptive calm over Windmere. Birds sang, and the villagers went about their routines, blissfully unaware of the dire circumstances. No news of the messenger's revelations had spread; the king's decision to keep it contained had prevented unnecessary panic.

In the heart of the castle, however, King Arion was already making preparations. Gathering his advisors and trusted generals, he outlined a plan to send troops to investigate the other village. With a heavy heart, he realized that action was now inevitable, and the hidden truths must be brought to light.

Sir Everard and Lady Eveline joined the assembly, their faces etched with determination. The room was filled with a tense energy as the king's plan was discussed and finalized. The once-muted rumors had transformed into a rallying cry for action.

As night fell, the castle's courtyards buzzed with the preparations of troops and supplies. The villagers remained blissfully unaware, the serenity of their daily lives in stark contrast to the gathering storm that was about to engulf the realm.

In their barracks, Sir Everard and Lady Eveline stood by their weapons, a silent understanding passing between them. The weight of their shared history and their newfound knowledge bound them together in this pivotal moment.

As the moon climbed higher, casting eerie shadows across the land, the realm stood on the precipice of change. The night air was heavy with anticipation, an unspoken agreement resonating among the knights. The echoes of their past and the whispers of the forgotten prophecy reverberated in their minds, guiding them toward the enigmatic truths that awaited discovery.