Brian continued his slow, undeterred path towards the lamenting sword until he was close enough.
He held the hilt of the sword, visions rushing into his brain.
"My liege, I'm at your service," a young-looking Commander Joshua said, kneeling before an also young-looking Emperor Augustus. One of his knees was bent and on the floor, paying his respects to the king.
"Captain Joshua, I have heard about your exploits and your genius achievements in tactics and battle."
"I humbly receive your praise," the young version of Joshua replied, his head still bowed.
Brian watched the ongoing conversation between the young emperor and the commander-to-be. It felt like he was there in the room, at the moment it happened, but he was invisible to the emperor and Joshua.
"Yes, my lord!" Joshua said, rising to his feet and taking his leave after paying his respects.
Without taking a single break, he arrived before a group of fully equipped knights.
