บท 101: The old lecherous duke

There was a tapping on the door. Alejo stood, turned, and drew his sword in one swift motion.

Gisael walked calmly to the door as I scanned the area with my sight. Even if that bastard hid inside the walls I would be able to see his qi-core and streams.

She opened it and pulled the man in by the shirt before slamming the door again. He stumbled and before he knew it she had her sword poking his back.

"What's," he cried. "happening?"

"Larry," I said. "Answer this very carefully because if I find out later I'll rip your balls off and stuff them down your throat. Do you work for the Chancellor?"

He raised his hands. "No. I only obey the duke."

I leapt a couch and grabbed his throat. "No weasel words will save you. If you take any money or do anything he tells you the punishment is the same. This isn't some nansy pansy court. Think carefully. Do you report to the chancellor or do his bidding now or ever?"