Snippet #1848931

William ran with all his might to the disparaging noises in the forest. He stopped a little distance away from a carriage and scanned the area. He saw the aftermath of an attack from the abominations and then heard a horse approaching him quickly from the rear. William turned and looked back to see the man from the street quick on the approach.

The man said, “My name is Rune, by the way.” William acknowledged him and then herd him shout, “There! Look, a child!”

William saw a frightened little figure standing in the distance. His heart thumped when he saw a bow pointed in his direction with an arrow to match. William sheathed his sword and raised his hands in a reassuring manner. He hoped that the child would maintain a natural position and not open fire.

He shouted to the child, “My name is William! I’m a knight! I’m here to help, child. Just lower the bow. I don’t want anyone else to get hurt here. We have to get everyone to safety.”

William watched the figure and hoped the child would lower the weapon only to hear someone off in the distance shout, “Sirs! Please! You must help me!”

He looked over to see a beautiful young lady running towards their direction. He then glanced back over to the child and then up to Rune on the horse. William knew that he needed to get these people out of the confines of the woods. The darkness was the worst possible place to be, especially the darkness in the woods. He sighed to himself and then took a deep breath.

William's voice was stern, but at the same time disarming, as he said, “You all must follow me to some place safe out of the woods. Child, I assure you, my friend and I here will keep you safe. Madame, you just come with us and we’ll ensure you safe passage through this nightmare. Follow me back to the town, please.”