Thread: Aspirations (Candira x Shake)

Kael's plan had overwhelmed a fourth of the enemy army, maybe even a third. But just as Kael had said, the rest of the army had mobilized. Kael quick to call a full retreat. Since the Lions had finished their surprise attack, that element wasn't needed so they stayed on horse back, running by the rivers to head back to the castle. The forest would thicken along the way, and it was this that Durihan and his handful of men took advantage of. As the bulk of the Lions retreated Durihan would linger, still retreating as well but fulfilling his orders by cutting down the first of the followers. The enemy's advancing cavalier would focus on Durihan and the few Lions that comprised the rear guard. Kael and the rest of the Lions soon able to put enough distance between the two where the retreat had been a success. Men at the castle would cheer and congratulate the Lions, seeing the fire from the castle. However Kael would stay on his horse just outside the entrance of the castle with Poe, Lucy, and Jaren. Waiting, watching the woods for any signs that Durihan and his unit made it. Ten minutes would go by and Stalh and Seth would come up to the castle, Fenric and Durihan no where in sigh. Where are the others? Kael asked, staring at the two as they came to a stop. Fenric got killed in the initial attack. We continued to retreat from the rear and Durihan stayed behind. The man is probably dead by now. Stahl said, Kael looking back to the woods as he thought about what to do. It would be good if he didn't die yet. Kael stated before turning. Bring the cannons and archers to the front gate! Load and prepare to fire on my return! Kael stated before turning his horse towards the forest. Lucy, Poe, Jaren with me! Kael commanded before his horse ran off into the woods. Son of a bitch! Durihan shouted, swinging his sword into the chest of an on coming enemy. He had successfully gotten the attention of the response unit, but now that he was the only one left they were focusing on him. Durihan keeping the chase at the front, fighting only when someone caught up. But the enemy was hot on his tail. Durihan was coming to a thick set of trees and found an opening to escape through only the size of his horse. The man quick to lean against the beast to get as close as possible. But a few of the enemies would pull crossbows, shooting Durihan's horse in the head to drop the beast. FUCK! Durihan shouted, his horse falling and throwing him off of it. Just feet away from the opening Durihan got up, bringing his sword in front of him as he looked at the on coming cavalier. I fucked up! Durihan thought to himself, ready to strike where he could. But before the enemy came to him crossbow bolts would fly by, taking the first few soldiers down. Durihan quick to turn around to see Kael, Lucy, Jaren, and Poe riding towards him. Kael would come right up to to Durihan, dropping his crossbow and offering a hand to Durihan. Duriahn taking it and getting up onto Kael's horse. While this was happening an enemy rode up, sword in hand as he was about to bring it down onto Kael... Poe however appeared beside them, his two handed mace in hand as he swung, the axe breaking right through the enemy's mask and shattering his face. The poor soldier falling to the ground. Let's go! Kael shouted as Jaren and Lucy would provide cover. Why did you come back for me? Durihan would shout as the four Lions rode back to the castle. Shut up! You will bite your tongue! Kael shouted back, Durihan looking over his shoulder to see the oncoming enemy. The four were too slow.. It wouldn't take long for the enemy to be upon them in increasing numbers. But as Durihan turned around he would see a clearing.. Closer and closer the enemy would almost be in striking range. But just before they could swing the four would pass through the clearing. Quick to split to the left and right because on the other side of the clearing was the entrance to the castle.. And what was set up moments before but a full set of cannons and archers. FIRE!!! Kael shouted as they rode away from the clearing. Durihan turning and watching as the clearing got lit up with cannon fire and arrows. It was a massacre.. It not taking long at all before the enemy called a full retreat. Men now cheering as they had successfully attacked the enemy forces. Quickly Kael was rushed by men, cheering him on and telling him how amazing his plan was. Kael only laughing as the five got off their horses. With such a blow to the enemy there would be no way they would continue the war in the morning. So a feast was put on! The noble that owned the castle giving as much meat and ale as the men could eat. Much like the Lions were used to in their celebrations, but now with a grander crowd and better food the men celebrated. Laughing and telling stories of the battle that had just happened. Durihan however wasn't a part of the Lions little group. Up above on the castle walls Durihan sat with his sword against his shoulder, looking out at the smoldering fire off in the forest. Why was he saved today? The plan was a success, why put more men in danger? Kael made no sense to Durihan.