>>110794471-...in about a week. A shame truly, but I'm sure His Highness will find it in his heart to forgive us for this little incident. Just remind me to about the funeral before we set off for Baltic.
-He's here, Gold.
-Ah, right on time! Greetings, old wolf! I hope our little detour through Old World hasn't troubled you.
-You knew I was following you.
-Ha-ha, why yes! Please do not hold a grudge for such rudeness. I swear I'd invite you for a game of cards 300 years ago, but sadly my dear friend has strongly advised me against such an act.
He knew from the start.
He's mocking me. Typical Noble. I shoot a stare at his "esquire". His stare yet unbroken, still locked on me.
-But, and excuse me for my impatience, where are the rest?
-Rest?
-Why yes. I'd imagine that my persona warrants an attention of at least a squad of five mercuries.
-I was sent alone.
-Is that so?... I see. And, while there is no doubt in my mind regarding your excellent fighting prowess, what reason did they had to send you here all on your own?
I know why I were sent here. But that's not the point. The reason why I were sent here alone was..
-Here.
I begun unwrapping it. This thing was a (literal) pain to carry ever since I've got it, even through the containing measures. For the first time, his frugal companion chainged in expression and stance, taking half of a step as if to shield his careless master.
-I see. Alkali waste no time in perfecting their craft yet still.
Inside was short blade, about as long as a shortsword, which emitted dim green rays of light. What was a slight tingling became a strong burning sensation. The stems of wheat around it started to blacken and whither away.
-But...
I start wrapping the blade up to the handle.
-...It is not my intention to use it.
The smile of Noble, somewhat quenched by the revelation, has creeped back on in full force.
-Heh. See, Iron? Earth never disappoints.
