The Sworn Sword

Under a scorching summer sun, Egg dismounted to inspect the scene. His loyal maester Maester had some respite from the weight of two hefty wine casks on his back as he carelessly plowed through devilgrass along the roadside. Dunk, perched atop Thunder, identified them: "Rapers and murderers." The air hung heavy with the grim reality of their discovery, setting a tone of foreboding that would echo throughout the story's unfolding mysteries.