CHAPTER FIFTEEN
Erec charged through the gates of Savaria, Alistair clinging to him on the back of Warkfin, the Duke, Brandt and several knights charging by his side. They had not stopped riding since encountering those monsters on the battlefield, and as Erec glanced back over his shoulder he saw they were still in pursuit, even on foot nearly as fast as their horses.
"SOUND THE HORNS!" the Duke screamed. “SHUT THE GATES!”
As soon as they passed through, the iron spikes slammed down behind them, hitting the earth with a great reverberating thud.
As they entered the city a panic ensued as one horn after another sounded and citizens ran through the streets, hurrying to their homes, barring the doors and shutters. Troops poured out from everywhere, taking up positions along the walls, up
