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King Guy sat on an old, flat, wooden stool in his wide tent.On his table was a map of Hattin. He was planning war strategies. However, it was hard for him to concentrate, due to the loud Muslim drums from outside. He heard a voice from outside. "Who's there?'' he yelled with anger and aggravation.
''It is I,'' said the voice.''Brother John the Monk.''
''Then you may come in,'' said King Guy. He saw the old man walk in. He realized that the monk had a cross in his right hand.
''I'm sure the Mother is pleased with you,'' said the monk.''May God be with you tomorrow and protect us all.''
''Yes,'' said King Guy.'' With God, we will win tomorrow. The Battle of Hattin is about to begin.''
From Kings and Crusaders, Part One, Chapter Three: The Horns of Hattin.
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Mr. Dotson,
ReplyDeleteI really like the image of King Guy plotting a strategy for the coming battle. You do a fine job of conveying his appropriate anxiety and tension.
This is very good, but I want more...I think there might be a need for a little more detail in this snippet to completely hook an interested reader (which I am).
Maybe some discussion of what is at stake in this battle? Or maybe a rundown of a few key considerations or options that the King has on his mind as he forms his strategy?
This is looking very good so far. I am anxious to read more (even in this post...heh!).
Keep up the excellent work!
I thank you for your support Mr.Scott.I also thank you for your advise on updating and revising this article.I would like to update it and make it better soon.
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