Bonded to the Elf king
“Have the men ready, all of them, tell them to bring out the weapons, and wait for my command. My second-in-command should be there already. It is our duty to protect the kingdom and we will do it with our blood. Wipe away your fear and get ready to win. Now, go. I want the castle surronded and inpenetratable, no one comes near without my permission and if anyone tries, you shoot them down. Get our best archers in position, and tell them i will be there.”
“Yes, my lord.” the soldier marched away, shoulders squared in determination.
soon, i could hear the rhythm of marching all around, and it pounded in sync with my erratic heartbeat.
‘Ian had come for me.’
Olpheus linked our hand, stared at