111 THE 19TH ACCOUNT: BECKFORTH VS. FRANCUA 13

The next morning, I had an audience with Queen Catherine. At King Peter's request, Jacob and the Geles brothers came along with me. We were directed to the assembly hall where the royal trio was waiting for us. Prince Bernard motioned us to sit down.

"I would like to begin by expressing my gratitude towards your assistance with the war. It had come to my attention that the moment Beckforth's forces were made aware of your presence, they centered on you and the Pardue Manor," King Peter began.

"We underestimated the number of their troops. We were caught off guard by how many men they have. When news about the Alliance's ambush reached us, we thought we would lose the war," Prince Bernard  added. 

"I am curious about what happened to the Alliance?" I asked.