Chapter 44
"When was the last time you slept properly?" Naboo asks as I stifle a yawn. I open my mouth to say something, but he stops me. "The truth, Vincent."
"A few days ago?"
"A few days ago? Why didn't you say anything?" I just shrug. He leaves the room, returning a few minutes later with a steaming cup. "Drink this." He commands, handing it to me.
"No." I say, backing away from him.
"What do you…" Naboo begins, but Saboo stops him, noticing what's happening.
"Vince…Vince, it's alright, it's me, calm down. You're fine, you're safe, nothing's going to happen to you. Just calm down." He says softly, inching towards me. "Deep breaths, in and out. Calm down." I nod, relaxing. "Now. What's wrong?"
"I'm not drinking it."
"Why?"
"I heard you two talking. I'm not drinking it."
"What did you hear?" Naboo becomes suddenly alert.
"Half of it sounded like nonsense. Perducat Suminus, or something."
"Perducat Somnus." Saboo corrects.
"Is that Xooberonian?"
"No, it's Latin. Loads of spells and potions are in Latin."
"What does it mean?"
"It's a sleep potion. Just drink it, Vince, please. You need to sleep." Saboo sighs.
"What about the other one? The Adducere Dormiunt?"
"Another sleep potion."
"Which one is that?" I ask, gesturing towards the cup.
"Perducat Somnus. Drink it." He says in a voice that leaves no room for argument. I obey, then close my eyes and fall.