Rockshire was the entrance of the Northern Empire, while the capital, Northcrest, was located in the middle. It was a journey of three days from Rockshire to Northcrest. Henry has deliberately ordered to not rush as he was concerned about Silja. That's Why the journey, which should take three days at most, took four and half hours.
When his king, Zachary, had given him a task to take the princess to North, he had specially given him instructions to keep her safe.
" How are you doing, my lady?" Henry asked, standing beside Silja. They had decided to take some break to eat as it was noon.
Servants and soldiers were preparing the meal and tent to spend the night. It was already midnight and it was their last halt before they reached the capital. They were just a few hours away.
"I'm fine," came a small reply. But her pale face was saying otherwise.
