The Guardians

The Never Ending Quest - Episode 4759

"...and they will not hesitate to rip us to pieces," Astra explained. "The lions' skin are as tough as stone, and our weapons would be useless against them." "Then how are we supposed to deal with them?" Fred asked uncertainly. "Well, there are only two of them," Astra said slowly. "They are the watchers; guardians to keep any from entering the wyrm's lair. Belinda and Carola are counting on me, Fred...the only way to get in is to sneak past the lions without making a sound." "Won't they see us?" Fred asked. "They should be sleeping this time of day," Astra said. "They will be relying on their hearing...we'll have to be very, very careful." Fred nodded, and the two of them began making their way across the lake, straight toward the stone palace. Upon arriving, they pulled themselves up onto the cold stone walkway leading to the palace. It was a great silver archway, covered with various runes that were unrecognizable by Fred. There were two pillars on both sides of the entrance, and on top of each sat a mighty lion, resting and oblivious...for now. "We're going to have to be very, very careful," Astra whispered as they approached the entrance. Fred nodded, watching his step. Both of them stopped suddenly as a shadow was visible nearby, and a chill ran up Fred's spine. His fear was dispelled an instant later, however, when a small child walked out in front of them. "Who are you supposed to be?" the little boy asked. He couldn't be any more than seven years of age. "Fred," whispered Fred. "And this is Astra." "Who?" asked the boy aloud, yawning. Both Fred and Astra winced, looking toward the lions to make certain that they had not been disturbed by the noise. It appeared that they were still safe, however. "Never heard of you," the little boy told them. "I think I should tell the lions!" "What?!" Fred asked in shock, as the boy turned to shout. Astra dashed toward the boy, quick to react...but would she be in time?

  1. The boy alerts the lions, waking them from their slumber.
  2. Astra is faster, reaching the boy and silencing him before he can make a noise.
  3. Astra is able to reach the boy before he can alert the lions, but it appears the boy is not alone.

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