Chapter 27: Debts are to be repayed

Chapter 27: Debts are to be repayed

''I hope I have not made you wait too long''

A lively, red-haired girl with a sprinkling of freckles across her cheeks bustled over to their table, balancing two plates in her arms. Alpheo couldn't help but notice the resemblance between her and the tavern's owner, most likely her father.

The size of the building indicated that this was a family-owned business, he did not care much, it was one of his habit , to look around and observe when bored.

Asag and Alpheo gracefully pulled their hands back to make room for the girl to set down their meals. In his peripheral vision, Alpheo caught a glimpse of Asag stealing glances at the girl before quickly looking away when their eyes met.Meanwhile the girl eyes rested on Alpheo .

It was strange for him to think that this awkward young man had saved his life back in Arlania.But it was him of that he was sure. He did not know if he would have been able to wrestle back the dagger, or if the soldiers would have been stronger and pierced his neck with the blade. He did not like to think about it, it made him feel ....weak.

Looking down at his plate, Alpheo realized that this would be the first time in his second life that he would taste meat. He had never had the opportunity before, not as a slave or even as a simple farmer's son. The sight of two perfectly roasted pieces of meat accompanied by fresh vegetables made Alpheo's stomach growl in anticipation. Without hesitation, he dug into his meal.

Decades had passed since Alpheo last tasted meat, and despite its less than impressive flavor, there was something satisfying about it. For once, he felt like a proper man instead of a lowly slave or beast.He was no tool, no animal to be whipped when tired out, he was a man , or at least he believed himself so.

Glancing over at Asag, Alpheo saw him delicately savoring each bite of meat. It was clear from the expression on his face that he too was thoroughly enjoying the meal .

The two ate in silence, piece by piece the meal shrank in dimension , until the plate was completely empty. He and Asag had their belly filled by the meal, and while Alpheo had his thirst satiated by the ale, Asag simply accepted water as a drink. Visit no(v)eLb(i)n.com for the best novel reading experience

The girl soon came back and took the plate back, and as she did so her eyes met Alpheo's giving him a small smile.

He did not reciprocate. Soon she got the hint and with a sigh left the table , leaving him and Asag alone. She was a pretty girl, just like that one was ....and thinking about it made him remember things he did not want to.

Asag remained silent, his eyes locked on Alpheo's trembling hands.

'' My own blood and family betrayed me for a silver coin, the family I was given by the gods has denied me . There I understood that what mattered was the family I instead made. Once I became a slave , I befriended some of my comrades.The nights alone were the worse. Many died and yet with those that survived I organized the escape. '' Alpheo stopped looking at his hands and moved to Asag ''You saved my life back then , you are among those of the family I have chosen. You are my brother Asag, I care for you like a brother should. Like they should have had ''

The silent boy shook a bit as he gave one deep breath , did hearing that someone cared for him caused this ?Or was it just Alpheo's story?

Noticing his look, Alpheo knew it was the first. He rose from his seat as he patted Asag's shoulder. ''I am going to take one more drink and then I am going for a piss, wait me here.''

As he approached the counter he made sure to attract the red-hair girl attention , he then took five silveriis from his pouch and moved them towards the girl . Her eyes widened a bit , before she smiled seductively at Alpheo as he exted her hand to caress his.

''Not me , go to my friend. Make sure to make him believe you like him , seduce him for a bit ,stroke his cock a bit and then bed him.''

''You sure these are for your friend?Won't you rather have me?'' She said with a smile as she gazed At Alpheo's eyes.

He gave her an icy stare ''Don't make me repeat myself , I can easily find another one that catch his eyes''

''Well you won't need to'' She said with a sigh , dropping the act as she rose from the counter and walked towards Asag.

He watched as she approached him and put his hands on his shoulder while whispering something in his ears. Asag shook a bit and then smiled.

He watched a bit and then turned, he was always someone that paid back any favor he received , and yet he also never forgot a slight , not even from his own blood.

''Debts are due for everyone'' he muttered as he left the tavern to piss the ale away.