Dawn sent shimmering rays over the placid forest, tracing a golden path from the camp gate to the trees horizon. Lilia blinked toward the sun felling the touch of the early morning cold mist. She let the moment sink in, this meant a new beginning that was possible and possibilities meant hope. The three men soon joined her dragging their horses behind, '' Is this you bag my lady ?'' Namjoon pointed towards the hanged luggage on the horse's back '' yes it is, why ?'' ,'' It's quite heavy my lady'' he started handing her the animal's halter, '' It is considered impolite to be investigating a woman's affairs '' Jin glared at Namjoon who immediately apologized '' Do you need help ?'', '' No thank you jin, I know how to ride a horse '', '' I m sure you do, your grandmother thought you well '' he smiled gently at her making her cheeks quickly flush. 

The ride through the forest was pleasant, as they contemplated the slowing risen sun through the tall thin trees, Lilia has never visited this part of the forest, she was glad to discover a wild side of it with narrow paths and tangled green shrubs. She was lucky enough to spot an animal or two before they could hide behind the bushes. Suddenly, her horse started shaking unexpectedly '' What's wrong ?'' the men in the front asked worriedly. Lilia gently caressed the animal's long neck and read his mind '' Something is bothering him in the back of his back'' she stated hoping off, '' Did she just read the horse's mind ?'' Hoseok asked '' She's a witch you idiot, I bet she can do a whole lot of things '' his brother answered following Jin to the lady. Her back seemed to have been shaking a little '' Do you have an animal there my lady ?'' , '' No ! I just have my clothes and my book...'' she answered opening the bag, suddenly William burst out scoffing like he was out of breath '' WILLIAM ! what are doing here! '' Jin yelled as he helped the boy out '' I knew you wouldn't let me come with you my lord, so I hid in Lilia's big bag in order to be taken'', '' smart boy! '' Hoseok complimented. Jin and Lilia looked at each other trying to figure out how they can get him back at home, the small William, smart as he is, read their mind '' You can't get me back to the camp we are far away, you would only be wasting another day of travel '' , '' you have planned this didn't you ?'' Lilia couldn't hold her laugh to the genius little boy. "Alright then, you ride with me, but from now on you follow the rules ok ?'' Jin claimed walking back to his horse '' If it's possible my lord ...can I ride with my lady ?'' , '' you little sh.., didn't he just ordered you to follow the rules ?" Hoseok grinned his teeth making the little William hide behind Lilia '' It's ok, let him come with me ''.

"How old are you William? '' Lilia asked the little boy who was riding behind her,'' I am 13 my lady'', '' And where are your parents ?'', '' Dead my lady '' , Lilia paused apologizing for her question ,'' No worries, I have never met them and I was raised by the thieves, they have since been my family'' he smiled, and the young lady was touched by his kind heart "What do you want to be when you grow up ?'' she asked amused, '' I want to be someone useful my lady '','' how is that ?", '' I want to learn everything, from combat to literature " , "interesting! well, then I 'll show you what I know '', '' Really my lady? you will teach me how to heal ?'' he asked with cute exiting eyes '' Yes, I will show you how to make natural medicines '' Lilia smiled at his excitement '' Finally! now I have a master ! ''. After many hours of traveling, their bodies grow weak and they decided to rest in a vast location next to a small fresh lake. '' little boy, go fetch us some wood for fire " Hoseok commended, '' I only take orders from my master sir ! '' he opposed proudly '' you little sh..'' he stormed towards him and Lilia quickly  interfered, she knelt towards the little boy and asked ''  do you want to learn a lot of things ? '' and the boy nodded '' then from now on we are all your masters and you need to obey us all '' , the little boy turned towards the guards '' And what will you teach me ?'' , '' I will teach you poetry and literature '' Namjoon smiled,'' I will teach you politics and management'' Jin followed, ''AND I WILL TEACH YOU A DAMN LESSON'' Hoseok chased behind the scared running boy.

The night was slowly covering the gold sky, Hoseok and William walked back towards the camping site '' and finally rule number 25 is to always have an armor'' The tall man explained '' What's good remembering all these rules without practice?'' The little smart boy frowned, '' You little shit you need to  remember ...'' a sound in the bushes interrupted their conversation, Hoseok softly pushed the little boy behind him and got out his sword  '' Show yourself !'' he commended, '' Mercy my lord !'' a tall blond men came out of the dark holding his hands up,'' Who are you ?'' , '' The name is Taehyang, my lord, I am only seeking shelter, I have noticed your campsite by the river and wanted to join '' he explained slowly handing the dead rabbits towards him.

Lilia came sitting next to Jin who seemed to be lost in the magical reflection of the lake, '' How are you feeling ?'' she asked gently '' I am well as long as you are '' he smiled back, she looked at his glistering face, she could never believe such a handsome man could ever exist, as her heart scape a beat she quickly turned looking towards the lake '' Have you ever wanted to be a king ?'' , '' Yes ...when I was young, My uncle, the late king would make yoongi and I attend every meeting he had, I used to think it was fascinating, how a single man praised by millions of people decides their fate, he had all their trust ... But that fascination soon disappeared as yoongi took over the throne, I realized that being a king was a big responsibility, and a single little mistake can destroy so many lives'' his tone changed to an insecure one, Lilia gently touched his arm reassuring '' The enemies cannot destroy the king who has at his service the respect and friendship of the wise men who can find fault, disagree, and correct him.'' she quoted looking deep into his eyes making his heart shake more than thousands of stormy waves '' We will always be by your side Jin, and we will make sure you rule the best out of all'' she smile gently captivating him deep into her soul. The moment felt intense, and their eyes glued to each other, he slowly shifted his stare to her red cheeks then her pink lips and said under his heavy breath '' How come you always have an answer to my doubts?'', '' I am a witch jin '' she teased with courage yet imprisoned in her flaming soul, '' have you bewitched me Lilia ? '' he softly asked slowly leaning towards her small body... '' Lord! '' Hoseok called making them jump off their place, '' We have food ! ''.

''Where are you from Taehyang ?'' Jin asked after he finished his meal,'' From the center land sir '' he replied politely '' Lord ! you need to call him lord '' namjoon corrected, Taehyang confused asked '' Are you royalty, my lord ?'' , Jin nodded and told his story briefly. '' I used to work in the castle with my father, as animal keeper '' taehyang smiled '' what was your specialty ?'' Lilia asked '' Birds, my lady! I love them, I have one called kiki she travels at night and return to me in the morning '' he explained smiling back at the young lady '' How about you ?'' , '' I am a witch, my powers are specialized in animals and healing'', Taehyang nodded in response, hesitated for a moment then asked '' If you don't mind me asking but  why is, a royalty, his guards and a witch traveling together ?'', everyone stayed quite but the little William was way too excited about his adventure '' We are planning to take over the kingdom with the western draghumf...'' and Lilia quickly covered his mouth, Teahyang felt an awkward silence but kept asking '' But why are you traveling north ?'' , '' Are we? '' Namjoon asked confused, he reached his small map and checked it one more time, '' have we been traveling north namjoon ?'' jin sighted in desopointement,'' You idiot ! you made us waste time! '' Hoseok yelled trying to snitch the map out of his hands, '' Why don't we make a deal ?'' the young stranger suddenly proposed, '' Let me come along, I spent my childhood in between the lands, I know every road and path '', '' and what shall we give you ?'' They suspected, " Food and shelter, this is all I ask for my lord '',  Jin wasn't convinced by his offer, he took a moment eying the young man before explaining '' you do realize you are doing something against the law if you decide to join us '' , '' I do my lord, this is my own choice '' Taehyang smiled gently at them. '' Alright then, Wiliam you sleep with Lilia, hoseok ad namjoon take turns for the night guard, as for you taehyang...you just stay by my side ''.