Oh, um…I'll take Tab, then," Fizza says with a slight smile on her face as she gazes at him.
You had expected her to take Safed because of her apparent strength, but the mare will do just fine for you.
"Let's get going, then," Lady Ayo says.
You help Kelton onto his horse, and Fizza gives him his lance, then you mount Safed. The four of you set off toward the mountains at a quick trot.
"The letter didn't have many details. What can we expect, Lady Ayo?" Kelton asks as the horses carry you through the golden wheat fields.
"We told our outposts to be ready to send pigeons at the first sign of trouble. One of them came in this morning with the signal. If they'd had time, they would've sent a letter with more details. Which means there may be nobody left when we get there."
"Then we must hurry and be prepared for anything," Kelton says.
After a bit of riding through the wheat fields in silence, Kelton speaks again. "There very well might be fighting today, squires. We'll try to avoid it if at all possible, but this may be your first battle. You need to stick by my side, and Lady Ayo and I will guide you through. Your mounts have seen war before, so they won't spook. In fact, they've been trained to charge into our enemies, so be ready, and trust them. And remember: follow orders. If we tell you to join the battle, do not hesitate. Do you have any questions?