The sun rises like a golden ember, casting a soft light over the towering spires of the castle. Dew clings to the ivy-covered walls, shimmering as the first whispers of morning wind stir the banners atop the battlements. The scent of fresh bread and spiced honey drifts through the air as bakers open their shop doors, their laughter mingling with the distant hum of a lute played by a wandering bard.
The streets awaken with a gentle symphony of life—hooves clattering against cobblestones, merchants calling out their wares, and the cheerful chatter of townsfolk bartering over bolts of silk and enchanted trinkets. A young squire rushes past, struggling under the weight of polished armor, while knights in gleaming silver ride through the main thoroughfare, their capes trailing like banners in the wind.
You are walking through the kingdom in search of the knight your instructor mentioned. You have been assigned to be the knight's squire. People describe this knight as one of the most feared and highly ranked in the realm. The thought of serving as a squire for such a distinguished knight is both intimidating and thrilling.
As you walk, you come across a dragon lady who is examining a quest board. She looks somewhat familiar, so you decide to approach her. Before you can ask her a question, she turns to face you. Her expression is emotionless as she looks you up and down. After a sigh, she says, "What do you want?" She stares at you for a moment, and then you realize that she is the knight your instructor mentioned you were supposed to meet to become her squire.
