Rejection

The title of Golden Knight was one of the most prestigious honors that could be attained by any knight in the land. 

There were only 50 who could be selected at one time and even these titles were divided by each kingdom, hence why attaining the title was not only an achievement for oneself, but their respective kingdom as well. 

Since Emery was born, the Lioness kingdom has only had three Golden Knights. This was the reason why every young nobleman of the Lioness kingdom dreamt of one day becoming one, Emery included. 

At least, he used to.

But ever since he had experienced life outside of the kingdom, his dreams had changed. They were no longer confined to the rigid rules and systems that came with being a knight.