A few days later, as the sun began to set over the Tower of Windenburg, a diligent guard was making his rounds. With each step, his gaze scanned the surroundings for any signs of trouble. It was during this routine patrol that he noticed something peculiar—a scroll, with the royal emblem, jammed between the mail keep and the wall. Intrigued and suspicious, he gingerly picked it up and carefully broke the seal, revealing its contents.
As he read a few lines, his eyes widened with realization. The words contained within the scroll held a secret that demanded immediate attention from the highest authority—King Wilhelm V himself. Understanding the gravity of the situation, he knew he had to bring this matter to the king's attention without delay.
Without hesitation, he hurried to Windenburg Castle, his heart pounding with each step. As he arrived at the castle entry, he was met by Matthias Hamilton, King Wilhelm's trusted advisor, who had an astute eye for detail. Sensing the urgency in the boy's demeanor, Matthias immediately took notice and beckoned the young guard to share his findings.
In the presence of Matthias, he handed over the scroll, recounting how he had discovered it within the confines of the tower. Matthias's brows furrowed as he examined the scroll, recognizing the royal emblem and realizing that only the guards stationed at the tower possessed such access. The gravity of the situation settled upon him, and he understood the implications of one of their own defying the king's orders.
With a stern expression, Matthias turned to the young guard and inquired about his name. The guard stood tall and replied, "Benedict Britechester, sir." His voice resonated with determination and a sense of duty that commanded respect.
Matthias took note of Benedict's name, recognizing the significance of his courage and dedication. He acknowledged the young guard's unwavering commitment to his responsibilities, assuring him that his actions would not go unnoticed or unrewarded.
