As Aiden, Finn, and Matthew arrived at the castle walls, they were immediately struck by the eerie emptiness that surrounded them. The massive stone walls, usually bustling with guards and watchmen, stood silent and deserted. Not a single soul was in sight.
"Weird, where is everyone?" Matthew muttered, his voice echoing slightly in the stillness.
"Come to think of it," Aiden added, his sharp eyes scanning the area more intently, "I don't think I've seen a single person in this castle since we had breakfast." He turned, looking out toward the horizon, but saw nothing but the quiet landscape.
