3 A GIRL Knight

CHAPTER 3

A GIRL Knight? "They've spotted us!" said Lucas as he jumped down from the fence. Clara slid out of her saddle and held Scallop by the bridle's reigns. "One of the squires is headed this way," she whispered. Lucas brushed off his tunic and stood up straight. A tall, skinny boy walked toward them. He had a picture of a lion on his tunic—the symbol of the Knight of Thornwood. The squire bowed before the prince.

"Good morning, Your Highness," he said. "My name is Gilbert. I'm Sir Hugh's squire." "Pleased to meet you, Gilbert," said Lucas. "You must

be very talented to serve Sir Hugh!" "Yes, what a great honor!" Clara added. Gilbert paid no attention to Clara's comment. He kept his eyes on Lucas. It was as if Clara and Scallop weren't even there! "Sir Hugh is a great teacher," Gilbert told Lucas. "Would you like me to introduce you?" "Would I ever!" cried Lucas. "Sir Hugh is my all-time favorite hero."

"Mine too!" agreed Gilbert. "Ahem," said Clara, trying to be part of the conversation. "Someday I hope to become a knight too!" This got Gilbert's attention. He looked at her and laughed. Even Lucas looked surprised. "Girls can't be knights!" declared Gilbert. "And why not?" questioned Clara, folding her arms. "Because all knights are boys!" argued Gilbert. "That doesn't mean a girl can't be one!" Clara shot back.

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