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<nc-section data-title="Version 1" data-color="red"> Near the stables, Frederick was met by Sir Roland, a broad-shouldered knight with a weathered face and a voice like iron. “You must be the new squire,” he said, giving Frederick a measured look. The scent of hay and horses drifted through the open yard as men moved about with buckets and saddles. Sir Roland reached out and clasped Frederick’s forearm in greeting, firm and steady. “If you are to serve at this castle, you will learn quickly that discipline is as important as courage.” </nc-section> <nc-section data-title="Version 2" data-color="green"> As Frederick approached the stables, Sir Roland stepped out from beneath the wooden eaves, his armor dulled by travel but his posture straight as a spear. He smiled in a way that softened his stern features. “So, you’re the lad they’ve sent to us,” he said. Behind him, horses stamped and snorted in their stalls, impatient for evening feed. Roland motioned toward the stable yard. “Come, then. Before the light fades, I’ll show you where a squire begins his duties.” </nc-section> <nc-section data-title="Version 3" data-color="blue"> The stables were busy with the clatter of hooves and the murmur of grooms when Sir Roland found Frederick lingering near the gate. The knight’s cape was dusted with road dirt, but his gaze was keen and friendly. “You’ve arrived at the right place,” he said, stopping before the boy with a grin. He offered Frederick a hand, then nodded toward the horses lined in their stalls. “A castle is judged not only by its hall, but by the strength of the hands that tend its beasts. Let us see what sort of hand you have.” </nc-section>