Chapter 29: A Talented Knight
Aideen slowly opened her eyes and took a few moments to focus.
’I can’t believe I fell asleep while riding a coach...’
The rhythmic rocking of the carriage along with the distant howling of the wind created a soothing lullaby that managed to lull the princess to sleep–something she could never do before because she was always anxious about every single trip she had to take.
This time, however, she was at ease. She was certain of her destination as well as the fact that no matter what, she will not be alone and will always be protected.
"Did you sleep well, Your Highness? You woke up just in time, we are arriving at the Capital."
Sir Stanis’s voice and the mention of the Capital finally helped Aideen to wake up completely.
She moved closer to the carriage door and slid the window glass sideways, allowing the cold autumn air to fill the warmth inside the coach.
The princess took a deep breath and closed her eyes again, focusing her attention on the sounds that were so desperate to seep inside the carriage along with the wind.
Aideen recognized it right away because everything about the Capital was now different. Compared to the mysterious stillness of the Northern lands, the city was basking in a sonorous sea of sounds created by the strong life force that persisted, ignoring the relentless flow of time.