A faraway kingdom

"You are late, boy. Wake up NOW!"

You opened your eyes and saw an old man shaking you.

Slowly getting up, you found that you were sleeping not on a bed but on a grass bundle. Judging from the appearance, this was a stable house.

The old man scolded: "Michael, I know that you're nervous, but you must not stay up late."

"I... I just had a strange dream. I have been bestowed with the power of God..."

The old man quickly covered your mouth: "Be careful with your words! 'Thou shalt not take the name of God in vain, ' have you forgotten?"

Then he looked at you curiously: "But I can understand. After all, you are summoned by Her Majesty The Divine Queen today. Maybe you expect that she will bestow you a high position in the court? In that case, don't forget this old man, hahahaha!" He finished the sentence with a laugh, patting your shoulder.

You didn't know who this old man was, and you definitely didn't like his mocking tone. However, when you opened your mouth, the words that escaped from your lips were:

"Jack, can I borrow a horse?"

You were shocked. You didn't know this old man, how could you call his name as naturally as breathing?

But Jack didn't notice your surprise. The old man just took out a pipe and began smoking: "Boy, we're meant to serve these horses, not vice-versa. As for now, I recommend that you walk on your legs. And be quick, the castle is far away. Her Majesty didn't like to wait."