Gale Stronghold
Heavens! said Tanis gravely, careful not to mention the name of the god he had intended to call out. It was really big!
What was the name of this fortress? Caramon asked Sarah.
" Yes," she replied. Her voice was blown back by the strong wind, and in Caramon's mind, it sounded like the wind was speaking. It was a name given by Ariakon. He said that when these doors were opened, a gale never seen before would sweep across Anselon and destroy everything in its way.
This fortress was located in the ocean far north of the Anselon Continent. The huge and sturdy Gale Stronghold was built on an isolated island with strange rocks and steep cliffs. The dark outer walls of the fortress were occasionally splashed by the waves of the Sirius Sea. The sharp tower was lit with a beacon. These flames guided groups of flying dragons. Their figures looked ghastly under the bright moon in the dark night.
What's with all the commotion? asked Caramon nervously. This wasn't in your prediction, was it?
Sarah promised him. This was just the soldiers practicing night raids. Ariakon said that the Dragon Riders 'mistake in the last war was to fight in broad daylight. Knights and their mounts were trained to fight in the dark, using the darkness as their cover.
" No ship could get close to this place," Tannis said with a sigh as he watched the huge waves hitting the steep rocky shore.
The walruses here were too vile and unsuitable for navigation. Even the Tauren didn't dare to come so far north, which was why Ariakon chose this island. Only Wyverns or magic could reach this place.
At least no one will notice us in this busy lineup, said Caramon.
Sarah agreed. I think so too.
Indeed, he didn't notice them. He didn't even look at them. As the smaller blue dragons thrust themselves between the formation and their imaginary targets, a large red dragon flew past them, shrieking angrily. The two dragons cursed each other in their own language. The soldiers on the red dragon's back joined the battle, and Sarah responded in the same way. However, she still maintained her course and agilely passed through the battlefield of this exercise.
Caramon looked around in surprise. He was very uneasy about the amazing combat skills and numbers of these Paladins in black. These attackers easily broke through the defensive formation. These Wyverns did not even use their strongest Dragon Energy attack. Without fire, acid, and lightning, the castle fell. Tannis wore the same gloomy expression as he tried to imprint all the details in his mind. Sarah ordered the Blue Dragon to land on an open space near the fortress. This open space was much quieter than the other places, forming a strong contrast with the intense exercise on top.
This was the stable. When everyone jumped off the dragon's back, she lowered her voice and said to the other two. Don't make a sound. Let me handle it.
They both nodded obediently, wrapped themselves tightly in their blue cloaks with black edges, and lowered their heads. Sarah had brought an extra cloak because she had thought of the need to disguise Caramon. However, due to an unexpected person, she carefully took off the black lily brooch and handed the cloak to him.
You mustn't touch it, she warned. This had once been blessed by the dark priest. It might hurt you.
Why can you touch it? he asked.
" Because I'm already used to it," she replied softly.
The blue dragon landed in a vast, open courtyard, which was located beside the high walls of the fortress. Horses neighed nervously from the nearby stables. They were woken up by the sound of soldiers practicing outside and were eager to join the battle.
The knights were not only trained to fight on the dragon's back, but their horsemanship was also top-notch. She told them.
Ariakon thought of everything, didn't he? Where are you going to hide the dragon? Tanis asked. It shouldn't be here, right? Tanis. It definitely couldn't be here.
Indeed, this island was not big enough, and the dragons lived elsewhere. No one knew where it was. They would appear automatically when they were summoned.
Shhh! Caramon pulled Sarah's sleeve. Someone was coming.
A goblin ran over and glared at them.
Who was it? The goblin asked suspiciously, the torch in its hand shaking in the rain. Blue Dragon was not allowed to come out at night. Which one-you're Ariakon's woman!
Sarah took off her helmet and flung her long hair. You should call him Ariakon, a lowly creature. I'm not anyone's woman. Do you remember my name, Groob? Or has your brain forgotten about this?
The goblin said disdainfully. What are you doing out at night, Sarah? He deliberately dragged out the last syllable. Who were these two? Even though Caramon and Tannis stood carefully outside the torchlight, the little pig's eye saw them both.
" If I were you, I wouldn't ask too many questions," Sarah replied coldly. Ariakon didn't like servants interfering in his affairs. Go and see what my dragon needs. The two of you. She didn't look back, but waved at Caramon and Tannis. Come with me.
The two men walked past the goblin and noticed that it seemed to have flinched when it heard Ariakon's name. But the big goblin still stared at the two cloaked fellows who walked past him. At this moment, misfortune, or perhaps the power after darkness, seized them. A strong wind blew over, blowing away Tanis 'long gray hair, revealing his pointy ears.
The hobgoblin took a deep breath and jumped toward Tanis. It grabbed his arm and shone the torch on his face. It was so close that his beard almost burned.
Elves! The goblin cursed and screamed.
Caramon's hand immediately reached for the hilt of his sword, but Sarah stood between them.
Grober, you idiot! You messed it up! Ariakon will chop off your ears for this!
Sarah snatched the torch from the goblin and threw it into the mud. The torch hissed and went out.
What do you mean? Grober questioned. What did I do wrong? He was a damned elf! A spy!
Of course he's a spy, Sarah roared. You just exposed our leader's double agent! You might ruin the entire mission! If Ariakon hears about this episode, he'll chop your tongue off!
No, no, said Grob timidly. I know I was wrong.
" If a white-robed mage catches you, I bet you'll be eager to tell him," Sarah predicted.
Caramon let go of his sword hilt, but he was still ready to attack. Tanis covered most of his face with his cloak and glared coldly at the hobgoblin.
The goblin frowned. He glared at Tanis and Caramon. I don't care what you say. I'm going to report it.
It's your tongue anyway, Sarah said, shrugging. Don't forget what happened to Brasi. If you forget, go ask him. Also, I have to warn you that he might have to write it down to tell you. The goblin's face twitched. The threatened tongue couldn't help but lick his rotten yellow front teeth. Then, the hobgoblin glared at Tanis one last time and ran away.
This way, Sarah said.
Caramon and Tannis followed him. The two of them looked at the goblin worriedly and saw the same scene: He screamed as he ran towards a man in black and pointed at them. Amidst the ear-piercing sound of the wind, they only heard two words-elves.
Keep walking, Sarah said, pretending you didn't hear her.
I should've snapped that bastard's neck, muttered Caramon, gripping his sword hilt.
Sarah said matter-of-factly. Someone would find the body and the world would be turned upside down. The discipline here was very strict.
Ariakon's bitch…the voice of the goblin sounded clearly.
Sarah's lips twitched slightly, and she forced a smile. I don't think there's anything to worry about. Ah, you see, right?
Bastard, who do you think you are? How dare you call Lady Sarah that!
The knight slapped the goblin in the face, causing it to fall into the mud of the stable. Then, the knight rushed to deal with more important matters.
Sarah continued walking forward.
You were smart about the idea of us being spies, Tanis said to her back. Caramon carefully looked around and acted as the rear guard.
In fact, it didn't matter if he was smart or not. Sarah shrugged. I've already thought of a story to make up if we're found out. Ariakon often brings his spies here, I think it's mostly to impress them. One of the goblins seemed to know one of them. Ariakon cut off his tongue. This gave me inspiration.
Won't dragons reveal secrets?
I told Flash the same story. Anyway, Flash is very loyal to me. Blue dragons were not snobbish like red dragons.
" The knight seems to respect you," Tanis said.
It was unusual for a bitch. Sarah finished for him.
That's not what I meant.
Yes, but that's what you think. Sarah walked silently in the rain. The rain and waves that hit her made her blink.
I'm sorry, Sarah, Tanis put his hand on the other's arm. I'm really sorry.
she sighed. Actually, I should be the one apologizing. You're just telling the truth. She raised her head arrogantly and turned to face him. I am me. I don't feel ashamed. If I could choose again, I would still make the same choice. What are you willing to sacrifice for your son? Wealth? Honor? His own life?
The clouds in the night sky rolled, and suddenly, in that instant, the light of the silver moon Thorinari shone upon them. The silver-white light shone on the Gale Fortress. At this strange moment, Tanis saw the future, as if Sarah's words had opened a door to a room illuminated by moonlight. He only saw the danger and threat around his weak son, which covered the sky like a storm. Then, the dark clouds covered Thorinari and erased the silver light. The door closed, leaving behind a confused and emotional Tanis.
" Ariakon treats me well," Sarah explained, thinking that the half-elf's shocked silence had a negative meaning. We knew from the start that he was just having fun with me, that's all. It was impossible for him to get married, at least not with Kun around. He was forty years old and his only love was war.
All knights could only have one true love, he said. And that lover was a battle. He regarded himself as the father of those young paladins. He taught them discipline, respect for their peers, and respect for their enemies. He taught them about honor and selfless sacrifice. He believed that this was the secret of the Solanians 'victory.
" Those knights didn't defeat us," Ariakon told the young men. It was us who defeated ourselves. We selfishly pursue our personal ambitions, only knowing how to fight against each other, not knowing that we should unite and devote all our efforts to our great Divine Empress.
Evil killing each other, Tannis quoted, trying to drive the horror out of his mind.
It used to be so, Sarah said. But that was already in the past. These knights had been instilled with Ariaken's ideas since they were young. They were a close-knit family. Every young Paladin was willing to sacrifice their lives for their brothers…Of course, they were more willing to sacrifice everything for the ambition after the darkness.
Tanis shook his head. Sarah, I find this hard to believe. Evil was selfish by nature, sacrificing others to achieve their own goals. If it wasn't for that…he didn't know what to say and shut his mouth. That's right, Sarah forced him to continue. If not, what kind of ending would there be?
" If evil people can work hard for the lofty goal in their hearts, if they are willing to sacrifice themselves like this…" Tanis 'face turned extremely gloomy. You're right. This world might have fallen into a great crisis.
He hugged his cloak tighter. The cold and damp air made him shiver uncontrollably. Thank God, the heavens would not allow this.
Save your guesses and thanks for now, Sarah said in a soft, trembling voice. You haven't met Shidon's son yet.
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