Павел Грознов – Chilling Tales: The Revel Collection (страница 2)

Amid the chaos, surrounded by loyal guards, Sophia battled with desperate fury. Each sword stroke echoed the pain in her heart as she witnessed her people’s slaughter. Yet even in this darkest hour, she did not lose hope.

*«We must break through!«* she cried, dodging a treacherous blow. *"All is not lost!»*

A few loyal warriors carved a path through enemy ranks. Seizing the moment, the queen fled with her defenders into the night.

The pursuit was relentless, but the cover of darkness and knowledge of secret marshland trails allowed them to escape. Wounded but unbroken, they vanished into the dense forests, leaving behind a burning Kolvan.

Hope flickered in the warrior queen’s heart like a lamp before an icon. The battle was lost, but the war was not over. As long as she lived, Kolvan had a chance.

### **Flight to Novgorod**

Astrid – now Sophia – fled the burning Kolvan with only a loyal page and two brave squires. They headed east, toward Slavic lands, seeking refuge. The journey was grueling: scorching heat gave way to torrential rains, turning roads to mud. They fought wild beasts and bandits alike. Hunger and exhaustion tested their resolve, but Sophia refused to yield. In her heart burned the determination to reclaim her kingdom.

After weeks of wandering, when hope had nearly faded, they reached Novgorod the Great. The city’s golden domes gleamed in the sun, its mighty walls radiated strength, and its bustling streets spoke of prosperity. News of Kolvan’s fall and Danish treachery had already spread.

When Sophia stood before Prince Alexander Nevsky – a wise and just ruler famed for his victories – she was received with royal honors.

*«Tell me what happened,«* he said, his voice steady.

Tears streamed down Sophia’s cheeks as she recounted the betrayal, the slaughter, and her desperate escape – but her voice never wavered.

Alexander offered his aid. *"Kolvan’s fall is not just your tragedy – it is a threat to us all. The Danes will not stop until they dominate these lands. We must strike back.»*

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