Chapter 51

Third Person's Point of View

PALACE (The King's Region)

It was a sunny day, the kind that painted the kingdom in vivid colors. Birds flapped their wings happily in the bright blue sky, soaring and dipping as though dancing to an invisible rhythm. On the ground, pups were running about, their tiny feet kicking up dust as they chased one another with wild giggles that filled the air and brought smiles to the faces of passing adults.

Women moved about briskly, occupied with their daily chores—fetching water, sweeping porches, hanging out fresh laundry. The clang of swords clashing and grunts of warriors echoed from the nearby training grounds, a regular but energizing sound of strength and duty. Guards paced the bustling streets, checking on vendors and keeping a watchful eye on the surroundings. The scent of fresh bread and roasted meat wafted through the air, mingling with the sweetness of blooming flowers.

It was lively. It was peaceful. It was home.