The bright green shoots of new vegetables and herbs are seen in rows of dark brown earth. The stone wall that surrounds the garden is low enough to let in the warm sun. A basket has been left near the wall for gathering items for meals.
Garden, Outside Palace
servant
mariner
I am the Mariner. I travel the high seas on my wooden ship. Sometimes I take passengers along with me. Usually, my life is very dangerous at sea.
The King has sent me on a quest to seek treasure in the lands across the sea, and I am looking for good sailors to accompany me.  Here is a copy of the route of our intended voyage. Well, I am content here, but I welcome such a grand adventure. Do you have any use for a steward, as I have no experience as a sailor. Yes, most certainly.  A steward functions very much like the quartermaster on board a ship - is this position of interest to you?  I must warn you, the dangers are great - but the rewards are greater! It sounds like the opportunity of a lifetime for one such as me. I'll take the job! But I must sneak away or my master will have me jailed. How long before you set sail? Good on you!  We leave in less than a fortnight, so hopefully that will give you enough time to arrange your affairs.  This venture may last many years, but I promise you - when you return you will be one of the richest men in the Kingdom! This is amazing! I cannot believe my good fortune! What is your name kind sir? I must know who I am indebted to. Capitain Hidalgo of His Majesty's Ship Indomitable, at your service sir. Hidalgo, where have I heard that name before? Do you come from a famous family? Is it a grand ship? Yes, we defeated the Elvish fleet three summer's past, my line is that of minor nobility, though after this voyage perhaps my family's honour can be restored? The elvish fleet, of course! I have heard many tales of the battles and your name in more than a few. I'd be honored to help your family name rise once more! Then come friend!  Like the heroes of old we shall have an adventure like no other.  Many songs will be sung of our deeds! I will go now and prepare for the voyage. Would you like some of these fresh vegetables and a goblet of rum before we part? The master wouldn't like it, but I care not.