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"And that," Saladin said, removing his weapon from a nearby tree, "Is what to do if you encounter an enemy on horseback in the middle of the desert." He placed the butt of the spear on the ground, standing straight, while Daniyah stood in front of him, confused somewhat. He sighed, slumping while still holding the spear.

"You did understand all I just taught you, correct?" Saladin asked, facepalming gently. Daniyah stood up straighter.

"Of course!" she said, "It's just...a lot of information to take in. Am....Could I die in this?" She sat down on a rock, unwillingly trembling a little. Saladin stood still for a few moments, then walked to her, crouching in front of her and putting a hand on her shoulder.

"This is a burden I wished to not give unto you," he said, his voice calm and soothing, "Nor to any others. However, the pact is done. For this we must train as much as possible, as much as we can." Daniyah shivered, some tears falling from her eyes. Saladin started to say something, stopped, and moved forward, pulling her into a hug.

"Your family is of my descendants," he said, cradling Daniyah's head in his chest due to his height, "Were it of my decision, none of this would have happened with you or your kin. However, it is not of my own accord. This is something we must do." Daniyah pushed away, looking up at him with teary eyes and nodding, sniffling and wiping her eyes with her sleeve. Saladin walked away, arms crossed.

"In about an hour we'll go towards the town," he said, "And we'll set up a base of operations. For now, we train." Daniyah responded with a nod, standing and prepping herself. Saladin still looked away, towards the distant taller city buildings, poking above the treeline.