Kashel's meal sat untouched as the distant sound of advancing forces reached his ears. War and conflict had torn Scotland apart, leaving the entire country ripe with internal revolution. Yet, this unexpected attack added another layer of tension to the already chaotic landscape. Kashel was weary of fighting men's battles. Protection and honor seemed like distant memories as humans became consumed by their greed for gold and power, disregarding the true measure of a man's character.