[h1][b][u][color=007236]Ultfic[/color][/u][/b][/h1] 

Ultfic was finishing his preparations for the royal trip to exodus.  He wasn’t exactly happy to be going on the trip to the land of supposed blood drinkers and back stabbers but if the King was going so was he.  He had heard that all Kingdoms would be present which of course meant that Luthra would be there and only the good lord knew what would come of them being present.  Putting the last of his things in his pack he strapped it shut before throwing it over his shoulder.  He took one last glance around the room to make sure he had forgotten nothing.  Turning around he walked towards where the horses would be waiting for the party.  As he passed the various people that worked in the “palace” he greeted them with a smile and a small bow which many gave back.  

Stepping outside Ultfic saw the stable boys making the final preparation for the journey.  He had arrived just in time to see his shield being fitted to the side of the horse a sleeping bag being strapped to the back.  Taking Ultfics bag the stable boy quickly added it to the horses load.  [color=f7976a]“Your horse is ready lord Ultfic.”[/color]  the young boy had said with a bow.  Ultfic quickly put his hand up stopping the boy from continuing [color=007236]“please don't refer to me as a lord for I am not one and most likely never will be.”[/color]  Adding in a smile [color=007236]“but I appreciate the gesture.”[/color]  he fished after tossing the boy a couple pieces of gold as payment which was far more than most of the stable hands were giveing if they were given anything. 

As he turned around he saw his King and Queen had just arrived each wearing the best they had obviously trying to impress the royals of the other kingdoms.  Giveing a small bow he greeted them “My lady and Lord” before getting onto his horse.  He had already instructed his men on the formation they would be in for the trip.  It was fairly simple one, on each side of the cart with two behind and Ultfic taking point in front of the caravan.  As they continued on he could be heard humming a quiet little tune and perhaps even a whisper or two of some lyrics.  

As they neared the city he could hear the loud music and yelling of what sounded like a city wide party was happening.  Ultfic had to admit he was excited about what would come and who he would meet while in the palace.  Though if he was being honest he still didn't trust anyone outside his kingdom which he was trying to get over for the Kings sake and for the sake of his land.  When they finally reached the main gates he left his horse, after making sure to grab all his belongings, to the servants at the gate who would take them and keep them in the stable until there departure.  Sliding on his shield he walked behind the King and Queen at a respectable distance, enough to give them space and not to intrude on them but close enough that he would jump in and intervene in any problems they may have.