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Outside the city gate of the frontier town.
Two convoys slowly approached from the southern and western roads.
Thick snow covered the road, producing a crunching sound as the wheels passed over.
The Eldest Princess's convoy was at the forefront.
Three carriages were lined up, with shield emblems featuring crack patterns hanging on their sides.
The royal guards were decked out in exquisite silver armor, the surface of which reflected the faint winter sunlight.
Their warhorses donned iron helmets, and their backs were covered with heavy horse armor, appearing dignified and mighty.
The horses' hooves left a neat trail on the snowy ground.
The Duke of Flowers' convoy followed closely from another road, equipped with three carriages as well.
The carriages were adorned with the family crest of intertwining roses and thorns.
The two teams maintained a subtle distance on the road, neither speeding up.
