Emmelyn tried to smile and looked okay when her husband bid her goodbye. He climbed on his horseback, followed by Gewen and two dozen of his most loyal knights. They all looked so imposing and impressive.
Elmer The Wizard didn't look less capable compared to the young people around him. He wore a long grey cloak and his white long hair was fluttered by the wind, while his expression looked solemn.
Everyone in the courtyard showed great respect for this old wizard. Bruinen followed behind him.
All 28 men nodded their heads in respect toward the king and the queen who stood still in front of the palace courtyard and got ready to leave.
"Goodbye. We will be back as soon as possible," Mars said firmly. He saw Emmelyn forced a smile and his heart ached for her.
They had made love to vent their longing for each other before his departure, as soon as they got Emmelyn settled in his old chamber and the queen left them.
