Alden scurried to hide in the closet when he heard the sounds of climbing, knowing it wasn't his loyal butler; the butler never made any noise when entering the tower. Through the crack in the closet, he watched as a stranger entered through the window, throwing a cloth bag on the floor before starting to survey the room.

The room was adorned with rich tapestries depicting scenes of knights and dragons, a reminder of the world Alden had never known. The tower itself was a mix of opulence and neglect, with velvet curtains drawn tightly over the windows to keep out prying eyes, and dust gathered in forgotten corners.

Cursing his curiosity, Alden tried to get a better look, causing the closet door to swing open, sending him tumbling to the floor at the stranger's feet. As he lay there, his heart pounding in his chest, he wondered who this intruder was and what they wanted in his tower. Fear and curiosity warred within him, unsure whether to stay hidden or confront the stranger.