[JonPop]

Mr Yeap had a harrowing journey to the castle. Even in the dark of night, he had to hide many times to avoid the roving bands of rogue Knights. In the over 30 kilometers he had to travel by foot, he had seen many, many farms and fields laid waste and many bodies still lying where they had fallen.

Even at the walls of the city he was afraid to call out, for fear that he would be seen. He spotted a guard on the wall, picked up a rock and threw it, striking just below where the guard was standing. The guard peered into the darkness and said, "Who is there?"
Mr Yeap, trying not to talk louder than he had to, said, "It is I, John Yeap, from the Yeap farms. I must speak with the King." The guard said, "How do I know it is you and not a trap?"
Mr Yeap decided at great risk to himself, that he would light a handful of dried grass to illuminate his face.

The King was very sorry to hear about the death of Mr. Yeaps sons and although he knew that the supplies from outside the city walls had dwindled in the last few weeks, he was shocked to hear the reason. It had been days since the King had sent patrols to scout out the enemy and he halted these, when they didn't return.


Prince Robert was being tutored by Sir Sonic. He was very bright, listened and put into practice what he was learning. He had moved far ahead of all in his class and had surprised even Sir Sonic, with his skill.
The three weeks of training had eliminated a great portion of the young trainees, these men were sent to the Captain of the archers to be taught the ways of the bow.

There were surprisingly, over 100 men still learning the skills that would enable them to become Knights.

King Robert made an announced visit to the compound to meet with the Knights. The trainees stood in perfect formation, with the Knights standing at attention in front. All were in their armor and made a great impression on the King.

The King spoke in a voice loud enough to be heard by all and said, "I have grave news. The supplies from our province have been stopped by Chung. The people in this city are demanding to know when they will be able to receive food.
I have brought a former Knight, Mr. Yeap before you to tell you something he observed as he watched his two sons killed by Chungs Knights. Please Mr. Yeap, speak loudly so that all may hear."