Exceptional When women pick up the gauntlet.... Flash Fiction : Knights in Satin by Begin Again

The difficult battle ended. The cannons were silent. Gunfire ceased. The King and Queen lay in state. Hundreds were dead or maimed. Women stood beside the remaining knights, their dresses ripped and stained, their tresses matted with blood. Princess Zorra gazed at her subjects. Her beleaguered heart filled with pride. Unrolling the proclamation, her soft voice found strength as she spoke, "Our castle is safe because of your courage." A tear trickled down her cheek. "You didn't hide in fear, but accepted the challenge. Standing beside fallen heroes, you fought. From this day forward, I pronounce you 'Knights in Satin, Freedom Fighters'. The roar of the meager crowd was strong. Recognized Author Notes Word Count - 110 Thankyou MinoYasue for the useof your lovely artwork.

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