Chapter 45: Attacked in the Street

Arad, Jack, and Aella headed toward Alcott's bath after paying the debt. "I don't feel right without washing after that fight," Arad said, tucking the remaining 50 silver in his stomach.

"Shouldn't we get some new clothes first?" Aella stared at him, pointing toward the market.

"You need clothes? I know a second-hand shop." Jack said, pointing to the left side of the market.

"Second hand? That would be cheaper. We could spend the rest on weapons." Arad smiled, following Jack with Aella.

"Clothes are one thing, but what weapons are you looking for?" Aella looked at Arad, "Beside the sword, of course."

"Arrows for you, a long weapon for Jack, some armor, and probably a shield," Arad replied.

Aella smiled but then heard something behind them, the faint sound of a blade coursing through the air.

"ARAD!" She shouted, turning around to see a hooded figure swinging a gripless blade at Arad.