Chapter 124

While Godefray stood and went to make a target on one of the trees, Ayla washed, dried, and put away the kettle and the mugs. When she was done, she went to where Godefray was, her bow in her hands.

“Before we start, you have to remember some basic rules. We are wearing long sleeves now, but if you ever have to use the bow while your arms are exposed, you would want to wear an arm guard. It will protect you from getting hurt by the string. For the fingers, you can use a tab or a glove.” He took out his bow and put an arrow in it. “You want to put three fingers under the arrow or you can put two under and one above. I prefer three fingers under, but you can use whichever method is easier for you. Try before we proceed with the shooting.”

Ayla tried first with two fingers under and one above, but she didn’t like it. She felt more comfortable with three under.

“For the beginning, we will stand close to the target. Your feet should be perpendicular to where you want to shoot. Also, wha