章節 131: The Crown's Cavaliers

The morning sun had just begun to crest over the horizon, casting a golden hue across the expansive training grounds of the royal barracks. The Royal Knights, the elite defenders of Regaria's crown, were already deep into their morning practice. The clang of steel against steel echoed across the yard, a symphony of discipline and martial prowess that had been honed through years of rigorous training. Among the knights sparring, two figures stood out—Vera and Modric, both members of the esteemed Five Crown's Cavaliers, a select group within the Royal Knights tasked with the direct protection of the royal family.

Vera, a lithe and fierce woman with a reputation for unmatched speed and precision, was currently engaged in a heated sparring match with Modric, a towering knight known for his strength and endurance. Despite their camaraderie, there was an unspoken tension between them, a byproduct of recent failures that weighed heavily on their shoulders.