[ WP ] Choose a mundane activity and turn it into a dramatic , epic tale

Leeland grabbed the domesticated steel mule and guided him through the magnificent doors. In the distance, he heard the maiden he had been tasked to protect calling out to him. He honed in on his princess, knowing her voice from a sea of millions of other cries. 
 
 Before he arrived, he saw the young elves giggling in the vegetable patches of the kingdom. One ran towards him, laughing in a way that raised Leeland ’ s heart up, without looking forward. He caught the little guy and whispered a joking admonishment. The elf spun around and darted back, nearly toppling a basket of the largest and riped peppers Leeland could recall. He never saw those in his homeland. He heard the maiden again. 
 
 He passed an alchemist peddling various concoctions. 
 
 “ It ’ s free today, my friend. ” He took the proffered sample. The taste was wonderful. Leeland added a few to his mule ’ s carriage. He made sure to get enough for the princess who needed him now. He passed a cart with seasonings from far off lands. He always enjoyed the scent of the exotic flavors. There he saw her: his lovely Madeline. 
 
 She was dressed in her best linens, and he knew instantly why he fell in love with her. He couldn ’ t ever describe it. He saw that dedicated, courageous girl who blossomed into a woman argue with an orge who dwarfed the princess. Though she hid behind a shield, it was glass and wouldn ’ t protect her well. 
 
 “ But, the price is unfair. Please, just a little off? ” 
 
 “ It ’ s what is required. ” She had enough to cover his demands, but she took a thrill in fighting against injustices and waste. “ I can ’ t do it! ” 
 
 “ What ’ s wrong, Beautiful? ” Leeland sidled up with the mule quiet but reluctant. It veered away from the ogre, and Leeland had to push it harder. 
 
 “ This meat is old. I don ’ t think it should be the full price. ” 
 
 “ It looks a bit old, sir. Why not help us out? We are here a lot. ” The creature met Leeland ’ s eyes. He was clearly going to say no. 
 
 “ Look, take it and go. ” He sighed and shook his head. They left quickly with their prize. 
 
 “ My hero! You just talked him down! ” Lady Madeline chimed as they headed through the town. 
 
 “ The best warrior is strong of mind before he is strong of arm. ” 
 
 “ That ’ ll be $ 189.92. ” The cashier said in the most bored tone Leeland could recall. 
 
 “ Oh, you have coupons, Lee. ” Maddie said. She picked up the thick glasses she hung around her neck and put them on. She dug through her person, giving her husband the stack. His wrinkled, varicose vein-riddled hands shook as he handed them to the young girl. 
 
 “ Smile, kiddo! Life ’ s an adventure. ” He piped to her. She giggled in response. That ’ s all he wanted. Leeland took his princess close and whispered to her. “ Poor kid doesn ’ t realize what she ’ s missed. ” 
 
 “ What do you mean? ” 
 
 “ I saved the damsel from the ogre! I should have signed something for her. ” Maddie hugged her husband a little tighter as they walked to the car.
