Innocent Prisoner

Footsteps making a squeaky sound resonated in the dark passage. The smell of rusting iron bars mixed with blood flared Leo's nose. He looked into the empty cells. They were extremely dirty and had no ventilation either, making one feel nauseous. 

He frowned at the thought that the King had captivated Mick in these cells for a small crime he committed. He wasn't worried about Mick but it didn't feel right that he was suffering like this. 

"Is Mick in one of these cells?" He snapped back from his thoughts hearing Adi's voice. 

"No my Lady. These are punishing cells. The people who commit the brutal crimes are tortured here. Mr Mick is in the holding cell which is down another floor," The servant replied politely as he continued walking. 

Adi sighed in relief as she heard those words. She looked at Leo's face who too was now relaxed compared to a few moments ago. 

"He is fine Leo,'' Adi whispered. It didn't feel right speaking