Chapter 7: The Kingdom of Freesia
"By the way, Princess, we'll soon be passing through the capital's main gate," said the secretary, Miya, trying to shift the mood with a report.
It hadn't been long since they crossed the border, and yet the royal capital was already in sight. This really was a small country.
"Lord Seiou, please take a look. Those are the grand outer walls and the triumphal gate protecting the capital," said Princess Ellis, gesturing toward the window.
Looking out, I was impressed.
"Wow, those walls and that gate are massive."
Towering at nearly ten meters tall, the castle walls were enormous. And the triumphal gate, like a tall decorated tower, was close to fifteen meters high.
This country may be small, but its capital's defenses were surprisingly grand.
"These were built 200 years ago during our kingdom's golden age, by Queen Victorina herself," said Princess Ellis proudly.
Although the walls showed some wear, they were still impressive.
(But... there aren't many guards.)
What caught my attention was the almost complete lack of soldiers on the walls. Only around the gates could I spot a few guards.