It was Herald Alter. I was shocked to say the least, why would he be visiting here? Surely he just wanted one of the Inn wenches, after all no one cared for me. Well something cared for me, but not somebody. No human could care for me, only animals.
"Then let me see Deva up in her bed. I want to make sure she's ok. Surely you'll allow me to see her then." These words shocked me out of my breath. In fact it took several attempts before I could remember to breathe. I had looked up to Herald Alter ever since we had met
"No, that's impossible, she is so sick that she might die in the next few hours."
That dirty stinking liar! I want him to burn to bits, why don't I have a stupid firestarting gift? Grrrrr
"Didn't you just tell me that she wasn't that sick? Were you lying to me?" Herald Alter's voice was demanding and quite sure of himself.
"I'm sorry lord Herald, I did lie, but only so that you would not worry. She but a mere serving girl, there is nothing special about her. Here, have some ale, and don't fret she will probably get better. If you must see her I'm sure in a couple of weeks she will be better. If you come back then she would be glad to see you." His sickly sweetness was making me want to puke. I wanted to scream or shout, but no, my voice wasn't working properly and no one would be able to hear me because the thick wood surrounding me would muffle my voice.
Damn him to the 7 hills!
"I will be back in a months time to see how she is doing, Farewell sir."
I could hear a door being closed and I closed my eyes as silent tears ran down them I fell asleep without a comforting thought in my head.
***Later***
I felt rather than heard him coming up the stairs a week later (which is surprising if you think about how large he is). The next thing I knew the door was flung open and Sevet in all of his ugly glory stood there glaring at me.
"Wench, you're more trouble than you're worth. Now get up and start serving tables." He grabbed the broken arm and I screamed in pain. He punched me in the stomach for the scream and shoved me towards the kitchen. I stumbled into the smoke filled room coughing as I got a good breath of the smoke and gagged. The cook took one look at me then handed me a dress that would cover all my injuries. I simply slipped it over my head without touching my other clothes then grabbed a plate of ale and was shoved out the door the door by the cook.
The dinning room was if anything worse. Men were laughing and thinking really dirty thoughts. I shook my head and continued on my way. I saw men looking at me and inwardly shuddered. I would rather dance naked in front of the priest than bed with any men. A man tugged at my skirt and I turned with a perfect smile on my face. I played a perfect wench until it came to the physical stuff, then I was just plain me.
"Yes sir?" My voice was high and sweet.
"How much?" He asked gruffly.
"One gold." I said still smiling. He paid then got up. Outwardly I looked at him surprised, but inwardly I was laughing at this man. He looked like a huntsman with a beard and a knife at his belt.
"Oh sir, there's no need to get up, I can give it to you right here if you want. Although if you prefer we can go outside." I was still smiling at him and hoping Sevet was watching. If I could get this guy outside then…
"Yes, let's go outside so you can give it to me. I haven't had it in so long." His eyes looked greedy and angry, so filled with want it was almost disgusting. I simply nodded and followed him out the back where there was a patio that looked out into the forest. I could see (with my kyree eyes) that Chica was waiting just beyond the first line of trees.
: Only attack if he does something I can't handle.:
: Fine, but you know Sevet is right behind that window, and if you don't do what you're supposed to he's coming out here to beat you.:
:A beating I can handle, death I can't.:
"You can put the tray down now woman." It was time to break the bad knews to the guy: He had paid for something totally different then he thought.
"That's alright sir. Here's your ale, have a good night!" I turned with a smirk on my face and made my way to the door. Instead halfway there the man grabbed my hand and turned me around then shoved me against the wall to the right of the door.
"I'll get what I paid for wench." My eyes widened as he started undoing his breeches. I looked down at the ground searching the broken glass for something I could use. There! I reached for it and grabbed an unbroken mug. I looked back at the man whispered my apology then slammed it down over his head with all my might. It shattered and the man fell knocked out cold on the ground.
"DEVASTATION" The door was flung open and I turned to see Sevet with a look of complete rage plastered on his face. I knew I was in for it now.
Oh shit! I knew I shouldn't have done that.
"He, um, fell?" I said hopefully with a small smile on my face. I knew instantly something was wrong as a look of fake calm replaced his ugly expression of rage.
"You know the Herald is coming to visit in 3 weeks. I have just sent a letter to him saying how you've past away. Knowing Heralds and how idiotic they are, he will probably want to visit your grave. Now I need to convince the rest of the village, that yes, indeed you died. You know how I'll do that?" His eyes were scaring me, same with his thoughts all pointing to one thing that I didn't want to say out loud. Instead I just shook my head signifying that I had no clue what he was talking about.
"I've decided to show them a body, your body to be precise. Get over here wench and die!" I screamed at his words and started to run towards the forest where I knew I would be safe. Halfway there I was shoved from behind and flew forward a couple of feet scraping my cheek against the ground.
: Chica, I could use your help right about now: I sent this right as he struck a blow to my head making me see stars. The nest thing I saw was Chica leaping over my limp form and attacking Sevet. I jumped up and turned to face Sevet my eyes showing my pent up anger at this man who had ruined the rest of my life. I called animals from all around to attack him and willingly they did. They had felt my pain from the beatings he had given me and were outraged. I was their friend and he was hurting me. I joined in the fray kicking him where it hurts men most then as he bent over I brought up my knee and hit his nose. There was a sickening crunch as it broke and I almost smiled.
Now he knows how it feels, the bastard
By the time I regained control of my anger Sevet was in a dirty (and bloody) heap on the ground. I reached down to feel his pulse and started shaking. It wasn't there.
Oh my god! I have just killed someone. Oh my, Oh my, I am probably going to die when someone finds out. I just killed someone.
Tears started leaking out of my eyes as I sunk to the ground and sobbed. Chica ambled over and comforted me. I flung my arms around her and continued to sob.
Fin
Thank you to all my reviewers!
Emerald Flame- You got it about the Herald thingy, and I have no clue about the number thingy, I've been taught a bunch of different ways
Snowfox-I'm glad you like it. I like Kyree too
Fireblade-yeah, I didn't know what the gods for ML world are because of my really spazmastic memory
DrakoN- Glad you could understand it, and no this doesn't branch off of any books, just my own delusional thinking!
You guys have to tell me if I should have her Chosen, or just kind of let her disappear into the forest
P.S. I LOVE REVIEWS!!!!!!!!