He worried little at how Montfort would see his approach; it was a small concern that shoved away. If only he would have known fully what ramifications his actions would cause, he never would have approached with so many men. The group thundered to a stop at the edge of the encampment at evensong. A sentry hailed them and Talon with Aaron bearing his banner, stopped. “Greetings,” he said, his voice that of command. “I am Earl Montgomery; I request to see his lordship, Montfort.” “Of course, my lord. His lordship’s pavilion is on the hill,” the sentry said and pointed. “Thank you,” Talon said and kicked his horse forward. A short distance later, Talon and his men dismounted, Essex and the other knights joining him. All bore their banners and their men at arms flanked them. They strode towards the pavilion in fine form. Talon never realized his actions might be construed as an intimidation force.
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