[ A secure as she leads, his reply is similarly determined. This "tin man", who is entirely hollow and metal throughout, may indeed be in need of a heart, but the literal absence of one does not deter his steadfast march. By stature and stance alone, he appears unperturbed by the threat of witches and battles alike, continuing without so much as a wary glance behind. For the sake of this realm, the princess will be found. ]
Perhaps in yonder tower, she yet awaits.
[ In the event of a siege, surely one of two things would happen: either her guards would usher her out, or she would flee to the last refuge of the palace, far from fighting. ]
porcelain rubble
[ A secure as she leads, his reply is similarly determined. This "tin man", who is entirely hollow and metal throughout, may indeed be in need of a heart, but the literal absence of one does not deter his steadfast march. By stature and stance alone, he appears unperturbed by the threat of witches and battles alike, continuing without so much as a wary glance behind. For the sake of this realm, the princess will be found. ]
Perhaps in yonder tower, she yet awaits.
[ In the event of a siege, surely one of two things would happen: either her guards would usher her out, or she would flee to the last refuge of the palace, far from fighting. ]