The silence of the night shattered as the communication crystals in every knight's possession hummed to life.
Glowing faintly with magical energy.
The voice of Captain Aldric echoed through the crystals.
His tone sharp and urgent.
"Attention all knights."
He barked.
"The princess is missing.
I repeat, the princess is missing.
Maintain order, minimize panic, and begin a coordinated search immediately.
Focus on every corner of the academy.
Report anything unusual."
The Silver Crest Hall, usually a haven of quiet sophistication, was now alive with murmurs and hurried footsteps.
Some knights stood guard at the dormitories to prevent students from wandering outside.
While others swiftly departed, their armor clinking softly in the dim corridors.
"Check the tuition cube and the library!"
One knight called through his crystal.
Another voice crackled in response.
