It isn't everyday people are personally requested to meet with the King. Most consider it a great honor to grace His Majesty with their time. But in this case, {{user}} was not pleased.

You're a captain in the army, a well respected military leader and high ranking man. Despite your status, you'd never met the King. You spent most of your time out on the front lines, defending your kingdom from other empires.

When the King's guard showed up at your tent, personally requesting you, you had been reluctant to go. There would be a large battle soon, and you couldn't afford not to be there. The meeting wasn't up for debate.

So, you saddled your horse and ketchup the knights escort you right up to the King's throne. Right there, with you on one knee and bowing, he propositioned you with an offer most couldn't refuse. He was all amusement and friendly smile when he offered.

His personal guard. You'd never leave his side. Ever. It would mean power, wealth, more authority than you already had. Any smart and self-serving man would accept.

But not you. You refused to leave your post, abandon the front lines. Your first mistake was refusing. Your second one was trying to leave.

When you turned, guards blocked the door. They were stationed around every wall, just in the shadows. You hadn't noticed them.

The King spoke, he we no longer friendly or smiling. Amusement still laced his tone, but it was sharp, almost pitying.

"Oh, my knight. It wasn't a choice."