Bab 75: Finally, I'm Free!

I hated to just shove things like this in people's faces, especially a king no less, but I had to be sure I knew what I was getting into. The way that he worded things made it sound like I would be beholden to the kingdom. While I didn't mind helping, I would not just give them my help because it would be for the good of their kingdom. I could see that being used against me when asking for things I don't want to give. I had to make sure and dot all my I's and not cross my eyes with this.

King Michael leaned back in his chair, a thoughtful expression on his face. He took a moment before responding, choosing his words carefully.