One True Knight by Dana D'Angelo

Author:Dana D'Angelo
Language: eng
Format: mobi
Tags: Medieval
Published: 2014-07-19T04:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 17

“They’re here!” Ava clapped her hands, and squealed. She drew Rowena to the narrow window in the chamber, and pointed beyond the battlements. “The knights have arrived!”

Rowena’s breath was nearly knocked away when she caught the view from her window. The air was as charged as a lighting storm, and it was impossible not to catch Ava’s feverish excitement. As far as she could see, the green field was lit with a blazon of dazzling color and life, almost as if it were an illuminated picture that was woven into a tapestry.

Dozens of pavilions already dotted the field, with their banners displaying a range of fierce animals of prey and fantastical creatures of old.

The grandstand that the servants worked on for days was finally completed and stood high above the green landscape. And just beyond the wooden stand, dozens of knights and their beasts mingled restlessly in their colorful livery, waiting with impatience to showcase their fighting skills.

Off to the right, near the edge of the crowd, the town merchants and peddlers erected temporary market stalls to entice the lords and ladies with their trinkets and services. A short distance away from this hustle, a handful of country folk laid claim to choice spots on the ground. Meanwhile their children staged simulated battles with each other, their boundless energy adding more spirit and enthusiasm to the already electric air.

“There are so many noble knights right here on Ravenhearth grounds, just as Lady Lorena predicted,” Ava breathed. “My dear child this is your chance to finally find your husband,” she said, clasping her hands together as if she was praying for her words to come true.

Rowena eyed the many knights parading their powerful war horses on the field. All of a sudden a scuffle occurred between two knights. They scrambled off their horses, and became engaged in a shouting match.

She twisted her lips in doubt. “If I find him,” she said. She moved away from the window, not liking to be reminded about her dilemma. “Father invited knights from kingdoms near and far, with all abilities and looks. From what I see right now, I am not too certain that I can find the knight of my dreams.”

The look of happiness vanished from Ava’s face and was replaced with one of distress.

“Do not fret, Ava,” she said wryly. “You would think by the look on your face that you are the one who has to find a husband. I still have till the end of this month to find him.” She didn’t bother waiting for Ava to assist her with her nightgown and stripped it off. She handed the gown to her nursemaid. “Having this tournament here will help widen my choices — that is all I expect.”

Ava pursed her lips, taking the gown from her, folding it and then gently placing it in the chest at the foot of the bed. She took another gown out of the chest, and slipped the cool linen sleeves over Rowena’s slender arms. “You have already rejected many of the suitors that your father has chosen.

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