A procession waits for them!

To Lauren's shock there were hundreds, maybe thousands of people lining the streets when they arrived. The people were all dressed in strange feudal clothing, looking like peasants, merchants and warriors. Some were even dressed like fantasy wizards of all things! Upon seeing them the crowd burst out in cheers. They threw flowers, cried out in joy. Sir Maris seemed to barely notice, holding his head high and raising his sword aloft in dignified salute. Lauren, totally baffled, clung to the night, staring out at this throng of strange people cheering her.

They marched through this procession until they were before the castle. There a large stage was erected. Lauren saw a gorgeous woman there in an incredible gown of golds and blues. She had ornate gold draping her whole body and a tall crown of gleaming gold an jewels. She had long golden hair, and was probably the most beautiful woman Lauren had ever seen.

Sir Marlis gracefully leaped off his horse and pulled off his helmet. Lauren gasped as she saw his face and flowing brown hair. He was gorgeous! She hadn't realized with his armor! He extended a hand to Lauren, who took it eagerly now. He helped her off the horse, then began leading her up the stage...