They crossed the common entrance between the two residences, and Rafal guided her toward the rear garden, where Arlan's personal training ground was located.
She observed the lush green fields surrounding the training ground, which had everything needed for training. Rafal had instructed all the guards and servants to leave the premises, leaving only the two of them in the training ground.
Rafal picked up a short training sword and offered it to her while he grabbed one for himself, leaving his own sword on the stand. They walked to the center of the training ground and stood facing each other.
Sir Rafal Ahren, a seasoned knight with a chiseled face, a robust tall body, and a kind but stern demeanor, stood opposite to delicate-looking Oriana, her hands gripping the hilt of her training sword tightly.
