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08 – AMBUSH

Author: Sk. Araujo
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08 – AMBUSH

Meridian Water

When I woke up, the prince was in the shower; I could hear the sound of water falling. I adjusted myself in the chair facing the window, where I had stayed for the remainder of the night until the break of dawn. I opened the door and asked the soldier outside to prepare something for us to eat. It was no surprise he was already there; the rune inscribed on his neck ensured his servitude 24/7. It was as if he were a robot, stationed and ready to carry out any order or give his life for the prince. Of course, it wouldn’t last more than a day. By the next evening, another soldier would replace him so he could dissolve the rune and rest. Demons aren’t tireless, after all.

Breakfast arrived: ox eyes and self-inflicted tears. The prince emerged from the bathroom, already dressed and ready to travel. He wore only slacks and a dress shirt, with the first few buttons undone, leaving the jacket aside. He looked incredibly attractive, with a more rebellious air. I sigh
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