The tower base has a path of cobblestone leading to the entrance. Two torches are lit with large blazing fires. Most of the tower base is covered in moss.
The tower base, Outside Tower
soldier
villager
I've been walking for days. The sun is bright and hot while the nights are dark and cold. Our young is getting sick while our old are getting weary of finding a safe place to arrive to. We have heard rumors that there is a camp one day north. I can only pray we hold on for that long.
Golly my feet ache and my children are sick. I never thought I would be so happy to see tower to signal we are almost to the city.  Welcome. Glad you've made it. Unfortunately, I can't remember what happy feels like anymore How can you not feel happy? Look at those beautiful flames and the soft moss. There is a camp less than a day walk from here.  It might seem that way, however, I've been here for a long time. I miss my friends and dog back in the sunny south. Then why don't you come with us? You are strong man that could carry my youngest children who are ill and my daughter is almost marrying age.  I would love to but that would be a breach of my contract. Who cares about a breach of contract? Who would miss you at this empty tower base?  As a solider, I signed a contract to serve this nation. I intend to do that. Once this war is over, I'll be back on my father's farm doing what I truly love Is your father's farm close to here? Does he need laborers in your absence?  Yes, I believe he is in need of laborers. The farm is located just South from here. You can't miss the windmill Then, we shall change our path. May we find kindness with your father and my daughter will wait for you to fulfill your contract.  You will be warmly welcomed. Safe travels