The warm air rustled through the verdant gardens. The
citrus trees and tall cypresses were planted in long rows, cut through by the white
road that led to the palace. Pairs of topiaries stood sentinel on either side
of the alabaster way.
They were in the shapes of animals both real and
fantastic, majestic lions, great bears, noble dogs, giant dragons, and so on.
The uncanny detail and lifelike appearance delighted the guests of the great
prince. They were more than simple garden decorations however. On any occasion
where the prince’s life was threatened, the animals would spring to life.
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