<nc-section data-title="The Greeting" data-color="red"> As I dismounted Thunder near the stables, I was greeted by the local knight, Sir Roland. "I see we have a newcomer," he said, eyeing me up and down appraisingly. "What is your name, boy?" "Frederick, my lord," I replied with a deep bow. "I am the newest squire, come to learn the ways of knighthood under your tutelage." Sir Roland nodded curtly. "Aye, I was informed you'd be arriving today. Well met, Frederick. I trust your journey was not too arduous?" "Not at all, sir knight," I assured him. "Though I am weary from the road and looking forward to freshening up before dinner and settling into my new quarters for the night." "The stables are there for Thunder's care," Sir Roland pointed out, gesturing to the sturdy wooden structure. "I'll show you to the squires' barracks after you've seen to your steed." I thanked him profusely and led Thunder inside, where the stablehands would tend to the noble beast. It felt strange, leaving my faithful mount in others' hands, but I knew I must accustom myself to the life of a knight-in-training now. Stepping out of the stables, I found Sir Roland still waiting. He began striding toward the central keep and I hurried to fall into step beside him, wondering what lay ahead in my new home and the start of my knightly education...</nc-section> <nc-section data-title="The Greeting" data-color="green"> As I slid from the saddle, a tall figure emerged from the stables to greet me. The man wore shining armor emblazoned with a heraldic crest, and his dark hair was cropped close to his skull. I recognized him instantly from the description given me before my arrival. "My lord Sir Roland," I said, inclining my head respectfully. "I am Frederick, the new squire." "Aye, I was told to expect you," the knight replied brusquely. He circled me, eyeing my riding attire with a critical gaze. "Well met, Frederick. Let us hope you prove more worthy than your predecessors." I swallowed hard at the implied threat, but stood tall. "I swear I shall do my utmost to excel in all that is required of me, my lord. I have