Hello everyone, It's Theo again. I hope I didn't keep you all waiting, but
lately I've been the target of various threatening hate E-mails. People
sending me things like "This story sucks!" Or "Quit writing trash about
some stupid card game or I'll kill you you dumb a$$" And things of that
nature. Well, unfortunately for these people, (Whom I will NOT name) they
will just have to deal with what I write and type. No one is forcing anyone
to read my stories, and those who don't like them only have themselves to
blame, not I.
I do, however, Thank those who read my stories and actually appreciate them. I write for the enjoyment to myself and for others. Those who do not like my stories can just stop reading them, and stop sending me discouraging E-mails. Anyone is still welcomed to send E-mails to me, I only ask that it is appropriate and NOT a bunch of threats and ill disputes about my stories or hobbies. Thank you.
Disclaimer : I do NOT own Magic: The Gathering, I only own the idea for this fic and any made-up characters I decide to add (Themis, ect.)
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Chapter 7 - Pets That Follow
Themis half expected the owner to storm out of the kitchen in fury. And he was correct. The man was furious at the message the Leonin girl gave him. As he stomped from the kitchen, Themis noticed what kind of man he was. Many would say he belonged in the swamps with the rest of the vermin, and the body odor he emitted would make him seem right at home there. But despite his aromatic problem, he looked like any other human. Those cold blue eyes of his in his bald head burned down a magnificent radius down upon the boy he suspected insulted him through the words given to his servant girl. Themis simply stood to face this gentleman unafraid. Many in the inn had ceased their conversations to watch the event between the host and the hosted.
"I take it you find something wrong with the way I do business?"
He asked harshly through clenched teeth. Themis didn't even wane. He had suffered from worse abuse from his father, so compared to this guy, the host could do nothing to startle Themis.
"I do. When something cost three copper coins, you do not raise the price suddenly just because that person has silver coins with him. That is a lousy way to cheat someone"
Themis started as he cracked his neck by tilting his head to one side.
"Also, I don't appreciate seeing someone abused just for doing their job. What makes you think you can do that?"
"I own her you snot-nosed brat! How I treat my slave is none of your Goddamn business!"
Themis wasn't even effected by the mans outburst.
"I'll make it my business then. What exactly did she do to become your slave?"
"No one comes to my inn and runs off without paying! Her punishment is to work off the dept she owes me!"
"If that's all, why treat her like crap on your boot. She is a living being after all!"
"She's a Leonin and a thief! And I own her you miserable piece of horse waste!"
-Horse waste? That's a new on-
Themis thought as he caught a quick glance at the mans fist coming at him. Themis bent back far enough to narrowly miss the oncoming attack, and as he recovered his stance, the green gemstone in his pocket reacted again, as though sensing danger. As before in the forest, light flew from Themis' jeans and formed in front of him. However, instead of a Silklash Spider, what appeared were three Nimble Mongooses. In the game, Nimble Mongoose had a special ability, which made it immune to spells or opposing abilities. But though small, the three were quick. Instantly, they jumped at the man, one on his leg, another on his forearm, and the third on his shoulder, each one biting and clawing flesh. Like anyone that panics, the innkeeper thrashed about, hoping to fling the creatures off of him. To no avail, they hung on to him, their tiny fangs drawing blood and scaring his flesh.
"Get these... Horrid things off me!"
He cried out to whoever would help him, however, no reply came and no one aided him. This boy, they witnessed, had summoned creatures to his protection, and if he could summon three Nimble Mongooses as easily and as fast as he did, they did not want to see him summon anything stronger... Like a Hystrodon or even a Krosan Cloudscraper.
Themis wasn't sure how he summoned the Mongooses, but he was grateful they came to his defense, but also he pitied the innkeeper who thrashed about on the floor screaming in pain as the three little critters were practically eating him alive. With a thought, he asked for the Nimble Mongooses to release the man, and almost as thought they read his thoughts, they obeyed.
-What the hell?-
Bleeding and in pain, the innkeeper threw himself away from the creatures and stood, staring horrifically at Themis.
"What in the Heavens ARE you?"
He asked shuddering as he gripped at his bleeding arm.
"Someone you don't want to screw with mister."
Themis threatened. Perhaps now he could get this mans cooperation.
"Answer a few questions of mine and I'll leave you be."
Almost instantly the man nodded, agreeing to Themis' terms.
"How mush does your waitress owe you?"
"About fifty coppers worth."
"If I pay you five silver coins, will you release your ownership from her."
"Yes, anything! Just leave my place!"
Themis shrugged. He received five silver coins and dropped them onto his table. As he did, the three mongooses exploded into green lights of mana and returned to the gemstone in his pants.
"Here is payment on her behalf. Free her, or else I may have to summon something worse."
Themis threatened. Unknown to them, he was bluffing. He didn't know how to summon, and so far, the gemstone acted on Themis' reflex rather than his command. However, though he was bluffing, the innkeeper took no chance and agreed. The Leonin girl was no longer a slave and was free to leave.
Themis felt rather good inside as he left the inn. He never agreed to the idea of slavery and was able to stop someone from becoming a slave. Now if only he could do the same back home. Themis sighed in contempt as he began to walk down the street, hoping to find somewhere else to spend the night. But his trail was short lived as he heard a voice calling out to him.
"Summoner, please wait!"
-Now what?-
He wonders as his anger started to rise, only to fade as he saw the Leonin girl run up to him and catch her breath.
"You did not let me thank you."
She said with a voice that no longer sounded like it was afraid. Themis waved his hand at her.
"Don't worry about it. I hate seeing slavery."
Themis started to continue down the street and she walked close behind him.
"I'm Zyerne."
She said. Themis glanced over his shoulder at her.
"Themis. Why are you following me?"
"Because you paid for me. Now I'm your servant."
Themis' mind snapped. He did not pay for her to serve him, only to be free from that innkeeper.
"I appreciate what you're trying to do, but I don't need a servant Zyerne. I told you I don't like slavery."
"It's only slavery when someone is forced to serve for them. I choose to serve you with my own free will."
"That won't be necessary Zyerne."
"Oh but it is. Demanded by the Gods it is!"
Was it Themis' imagination, or did she just quote Jar Jar Binks from the Star Wars Episode I movie just then?
"Stop following me Zyerne. I do not need anyone to serve me, not just go."
"I won't leave. You got me out of that rotten place, and I am determined to show you my gratitude."
Themis sighed in utter frustration. Will she never give up? It seemed that arguing with her was impossible. He tried to think how he could convince her to leave him alone, but thoughts failed him at the moment.
"Alright, fine. Come along if you want. But I'm warning you now. I'm heading for the Cabal Pits in the morning."
"I wouldn't care if it was to Hell itself. I'll go wherever you go."
-Stubborn thing-
Themis thought as he and Zyerne sought a new inn.
TO BE CONTINUED
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It was getting kind a long, so I had to end it there. Hope you all enjoyed it. And for those who didn't. I'll remind you that no one forced you to read this, so don't blame me for your displeasure.
Until Next Time ^_^
Theo~
I do, however, Thank those who read my stories and actually appreciate them. I write for the enjoyment to myself and for others. Those who do not like my stories can just stop reading them, and stop sending me discouraging E-mails. Anyone is still welcomed to send E-mails to me, I only ask that it is appropriate and NOT a bunch of threats and ill disputes about my stories or hobbies. Thank you.
Disclaimer : I do NOT own Magic: The Gathering, I only own the idea for this fic and any made-up characters I decide to add (Themis, ect.)
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Chapter 7 - Pets That Follow
Themis half expected the owner to storm out of the kitchen in fury. And he was correct. The man was furious at the message the Leonin girl gave him. As he stomped from the kitchen, Themis noticed what kind of man he was. Many would say he belonged in the swamps with the rest of the vermin, and the body odor he emitted would make him seem right at home there. But despite his aromatic problem, he looked like any other human. Those cold blue eyes of his in his bald head burned down a magnificent radius down upon the boy he suspected insulted him through the words given to his servant girl. Themis simply stood to face this gentleman unafraid. Many in the inn had ceased their conversations to watch the event between the host and the hosted.
"I take it you find something wrong with the way I do business?"
He asked harshly through clenched teeth. Themis didn't even wane. He had suffered from worse abuse from his father, so compared to this guy, the host could do nothing to startle Themis.
"I do. When something cost three copper coins, you do not raise the price suddenly just because that person has silver coins with him. That is a lousy way to cheat someone"
Themis started as he cracked his neck by tilting his head to one side.
"Also, I don't appreciate seeing someone abused just for doing their job. What makes you think you can do that?"
"I own her you snot-nosed brat! How I treat my slave is none of your Goddamn business!"
Themis wasn't even effected by the mans outburst.
"I'll make it my business then. What exactly did she do to become your slave?"
"No one comes to my inn and runs off without paying! Her punishment is to work off the dept she owes me!"
"If that's all, why treat her like crap on your boot. She is a living being after all!"
"She's a Leonin and a thief! And I own her you miserable piece of horse waste!"
-Horse waste? That's a new on-
Themis thought as he caught a quick glance at the mans fist coming at him. Themis bent back far enough to narrowly miss the oncoming attack, and as he recovered his stance, the green gemstone in his pocket reacted again, as though sensing danger. As before in the forest, light flew from Themis' jeans and formed in front of him. However, instead of a Silklash Spider, what appeared were three Nimble Mongooses. In the game, Nimble Mongoose had a special ability, which made it immune to spells or opposing abilities. But though small, the three were quick. Instantly, they jumped at the man, one on his leg, another on his forearm, and the third on his shoulder, each one biting and clawing flesh. Like anyone that panics, the innkeeper thrashed about, hoping to fling the creatures off of him. To no avail, they hung on to him, their tiny fangs drawing blood and scaring his flesh.
"Get these... Horrid things off me!"
He cried out to whoever would help him, however, no reply came and no one aided him. This boy, they witnessed, had summoned creatures to his protection, and if he could summon three Nimble Mongooses as easily and as fast as he did, they did not want to see him summon anything stronger... Like a Hystrodon or even a Krosan Cloudscraper.
Themis wasn't sure how he summoned the Mongooses, but he was grateful they came to his defense, but also he pitied the innkeeper who thrashed about on the floor screaming in pain as the three little critters were practically eating him alive. With a thought, he asked for the Nimble Mongooses to release the man, and almost as thought they read his thoughts, they obeyed.
-What the hell?-
Bleeding and in pain, the innkeeper threw himself away from the creatures and stood, staring horrifically at Themis.
"What in the Heavens ARE you?"
He asked shuddering as he gripped at his bleeding arm.
"Someone you don't want to screw with mister."
Themis threatened. Perhaps now he could get this mans cooperation.
"Answer a few questions of mine and I'll leave you be."
Almost instantly the man nodded, agreeing to Themis' terms.
"How mush does your waitress owe you?"
"About fifty coppers worth."
"If I pay you five silver coins, will you release your ownership from her."
"Yes, anything! Just leave my place!"
Themis shrugged. He received five silver coins and dropped them onto his table. As he did, the three mongooses exploded into green lights of mana and returned to the gemstone in his pants.
"Here is payment on her behalf. Free her, or else I may have to summon something worse."
Themis threatened. Unknown to them, he was bluffing. He didn't know how to summon, and so far, the gemstone acted on Themis' reflex rather than his command. However, though he was bluffing, the innkeeper took no chance and agreed. The Leonin girl was no longer a slave and was free to leave.
Themis felt rather good inside as he left the inn. He never agreed to the idea of slavery and was able to stop someone from becoming a slave. Now if only he could do the same back home. Themis sighed in contempt as he began to walk down the street, hoping to find somewhere else to spend the night. But his trail was short lived as he heard a voice calling out to him.
"Summoner, please wait!"
-Now what?-
He wonders as his anger started to rise, only to fade as he saw the Leonin girl run up to him and catch her breath.
"You did not let me thank you."
She said with a voice that no longer sounded like it was afraid. Themis waved his hand at her.
"Don't worry about it. I hate seeing slavery."
Themis started to continue down the street and she walked close behind him.
"I'm Zyerne."
She said. Themis glanced over his shoulder at her.
"Themis. Why are you following me?"
"Because you paid for me. Now I'm your servant."
Themis' mind snapped. He did not pay for her to serve him, only to be free from that innkeeper.
"I appreciate what you're trying to do, but I don't need a servant Zyerne. I told you I don't like slavery."
"It's only slavery when someone is forced to serve for them. I choose to serve you with my own free will."
"That won't be necessary Zyerne."
"Oh but it is. Demanded by the Gods it is!"
Was it Themis' imagination, or did she just quote Jar Jar Binks from the Star Wars Episode I movie just then?
"Stop following me Zyerne. I do not need anyone to serve me, not just go."
"I won't leave. You got me out of that rotten place, and I am determined to show you my gratitude."
Themis sighed in utter frustration. Will she never give up? It seemed that arguing with her was impossible. He tried to think how he could convince her to leave him alone, but thoughts failed him at the moment.
"Alright, fine. Come along if you want. But I'm warning you now. I'm heading for the Cabal Pits in the morning."
"I wouldn't care if it was to Hell itself. I'll go wherever you go."
-Stubborn thing-
Themis thought as he and Zyerne sought a new inn.
TO BE CONTINUED
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It was getting kind a long, so I had to end it there. Hope you all enjoyed it. And for those who didn't. I'll remind you that no one forced you to read this, so don't blame me for your displeasure.
Until Next Time ^_^
Theo~