King Noor IV walked with a heavy heart. Captain Thomas led the way, and King Noor followed, his face grim. Eric and Alina trailed behind him, their steps quiet on the hard floors. The sound of their walking seemed loud in the otherwise still palace.
King Noor glanced at the guards they passed. Each one stood tall and strong in golden armor. He felt a power from them, much like Captain Thomas.
A thought pricked King Noor: Thomas was probably just a normal Imperial soldier. He wasn't sure he could beat even one of them. This thought made his steps feel heavier. The Empire was truly a giant.
They walked and walked. Eric felt his palms start to sweat. Where were they going? Why did it feel like they were walking into a trap? Finally, Captain Thomas stopped before huge, dark wooden gates. Gold patterns shone on the wood.
