Present day.
Sarah stood stunned. Her face was pale even though she had nothing to do with the story Elise just told her. she could not stop the feelings of guilt in her stomach. She had never heard of such things happening!? It was one of the nobles belonging to her country, yet she never was made aware. Although it was a very bitter pill to swallow Sarah could not bring herself to doubt the story she just heard. Elise would have no reason to lie to her about such a thing, In these circumstances Sarah and her group were almost completely dependent on Chris and Elise's help, there was nothing to gain from her lying and most of all no reason to. In the very short time she knew Elise she could feel she was an honest person.
Sarah swallowed her saliva. " So that is why he hates the Empire so much?"
Elise nod her head. " That is part of it. another part is what you heard earlier at the fire, but even then that is not all of the story. Before you ask, I will tell you
The next morning saying there was tension in the air was clearly an under statement. Braum could confidently say that he hate everything about Christopher. For as long as he could remember he was in charge. At a young age fresh out of the academy he was promoted to a position of command. He had everything it took to reach the position, he had established himself in both academics and combat, on top of it all he was from a long line of nobles that had a sterling reputation. To bluntly put it having a completely uncooperative and hostile entity around was eating away at him. The princess had always taken his advice to heart. She would never brush him off or scold him especially in front of others. Braum wanted Christopher gone and control of his life back."Excuse me sir, you are to continue to the City of Eternity correct ?" Braum approached the captain of the Mercenaries. Normally Braum would look down on these types of people who lacked loyalty but today he would
A few hours had passed since the group turned north east and Thomas sat down next to Chris and whispered."Hey Chris we are definitely being followed.""Yea I noticed them a while ago. Although at this point it seems like they aren't even trying to hide their presence anymore." The first time Chris noticed them the man he saw had done a pretty good job hiding in some bushes up on top of a hill, now though there was a group of four sitting on horses watching them out in the open."I think it's safe to say either these people have found their balls or there definitely is more of them and they're feeling quite confident in their numbers." Chris smirked."What do you say we go introduce ourselves?" Thomas said with a big smile."Naah its tempting but I don't want them to get scared and second guess themselves. When we say hello I also want it to be a firm goodbye."Braum and Sarah watched Thomas and Christopher's exchange, although they di
"Right we will attack tomorrow morning then before they have time to wake up!" Dalton called out charismatically."YEAAA!" Cheered his men. Any who were tired were stirred back awake by the idea of their pending victory, and getting in the good graces of Lord Dalton. If they were being honest more so about being able to get a full nights sleep and get home to their own beds. Daltons right hand man stood next to him looking down the hill at Christopher's small camp and smiled."I can feel the excitement of the men. We will make quick work of them tomorrow morning and your honor will be restored!"Dalton was beaming with self approval. His fool of a brother may have tarnished their name but he will be the one to restore it. He was already fantasizing of how the short battle would play out, how he would tie up and find different ways to torture Christopher and any other survivors. ' Just wait when I'm done with you I'll find someone to use proxy magic and let the w
"HEEEK!" A high pitched shriek could be heard on the streets outside of the bar.At this moment a giant of his man fell to his knees letting out a noise completely unthinkable for his character. Upon his knees touching the ground the man in black punched him once and delivered a strong kick to his chest. he slid backwards a few feet and crumpled to the floor unable to breathe and suffering from the pain in his nether regions he hit the floor like a bag of bricks."Well anyone else want to water the dog!?" The man in black called out to everyone in the bar in a challenging manner. In the next moment six men who were friends of the taller man all stood. The man on the floors face was now as red as a tomato, you could see the veins sticking out in his neck and forehead. " What are you waiting for? Kill him!" he half shrieked. The group of friends did not need anymore encouragement and let loose a battle cry and charged at the man some with bare fist, two of them had
"My name is Christopher, we met before a few times during the war."Daniel glanced toward Thomas then back over to Christopher. "It's good to see a familiar face after all this time. I remember sharing some meals with you back then." he smiled."Hey now I think we all need to sit down together and share a drink! This is the first time I've been able to meet someone that knows Chris, I wanna hear what he was like back during or before the war!" Thomas was excited to hear about the past of his good friend who was also a complete mystery to him. It was true while in the company of Christopher he had never met any of his acquaintances, and of course he never... never...spoke of his past. The only times he heard anything was occasionally when Chris was speaking with Elise."Haha any other time I would happily agree but I better get going. It wont be long until the authorities come for me. You they would probably just wiggle their fingers at, me on the other han
After Daniel had a moment of reflection he bid farewell to Christopher and Thomas." I owe you for your help, and I promise I will pay it back." He called out as he jumped onto a horse riding out of the town. For a moment Christopher could only help but wonder if the horse even belonged to Daniel the way he took off on it like a bat out of hell."Hey that's my horse!" A man ran out of the bar chasing after him.'Well guess that answers that question.'Elise followed him out of the bar with a big grin on her face. " I must say you gentlemen know how to show a lady a wonderful evening. fine dining especially I think i saw dirt falling onto my plate. Oh lets not forget the watered down warm alcohol, and last but not least the amazing show... Oh what is a girl to do I just can't stop myself from swooning. Take me now while this feeling remains!""Well I mean if you insist.." Thomas chuckled to himself walking towards Elise with his hands ex
"Aaaah back on the road again! I love the breeze!"That was Sarah sitting on top of the wagon enjoying the wind blowing, it was almost pitiful how much of a sheltered life she had. On the other hand as Christopher stared at her seeing meat skewers in each hand and multiple bags full of food surrounding her on top of the wagon Christopher had draw one simple conclusion. ' This girl is a glutton!'"Your gonna end up fat.." Vanessa said from the front seat of the wagon as she reached back to poke Sarah in her hips and getting her hand smacked away like a child."Urk." Sarah stopped mid bite stared at the food longingly. She must have decided it was worth it because her smile was back and returned to stuffing her face."Don't let them stop you from enjoying your food. Maybe the weight will go to your boobs or hips, that's not really a loss." Elise smiled"Rrrm rrrm Fas ha foood oint" (Mm mm. That's a good point) She cheered in between chewing her
Sarah was seething. Her face was as red as a tomato and a vein was clearly protruding from her forehead. Without saying a word she quickly got to her feet and moved back to her spot in the front of the wagon and took a seat next to Vanessa. Braum wanted to chase after her but figured it would be best to give her space. Even someone as blunt as him could figure out it was best to leave her alone. Braum was also upset by this, really he was expecting her to handle the conversation much better. No matter how angry he got he would never be able to turn his anger towards the Princess though. However there was one person he could direct his hatred towards. He turned and glared at Christopher. ' This is your fault! This only began when she met you!' Braum thought to himself.Apart from Braum and Sarah everyone was mostly in high spirits. Of course their tag alongs had already appeared not far behind them."MMM Lord Dalton, You should have tried those skewers back there! They