Star in the Streets

Chapter 7

'Where is the Nobleman now?' asks Kylon

'We'll take you to him' says a Policeman

Kylon and Dolus glance at each other, their facial expression displaying their anxiety. Officers are known for their treacherous nature. But, Kylon mulls over the events that unfolded "How could they know about the bronze? It must be true; these bastards must be working for the Nobleman. More importantly, just who it that Nobleman."

'We'll happily follow good sir's, just lead the way' says Dolus.

'Not you' the policeman points at Kylon. 'Just you' says a Policeman.

'I ain't going nowhere without him' says Kylon.

'Well, then I guess you just made us chase you all this way for nothing, hope you've got something to compensate us for our time' says a Policeman. irritating Kylon once more by his attitude.

'It's okay Ky, I'll just make my way down to the arena.' Dolus draws nearer to Kylon. 'I got a feeling there's some money to be made here' whispers Dolus.

Kylon shows a slight smile, acknowledging Dolus usual mission to make as much profit as possible.

'Lead the way officer' says Kylon.

I don't trust these guys. The offer from the nobleman may be legit but officers in the street don't do anything unless they stand to profit from it. Whatever the case I just hope Dol makes it to the arenas in one piece. Damn it how am I supposed to put down a bet if I'm stuck with some nobleman watching the fight. Dols was right, I need to find some way to make a profit out of all this. That Nobleman probably wants some more details about the fight, why he thinks I'm the best person to answer his questions is something I'd like to know–wait a minute, isn't this the Northern boy's territory.

'Hey, Officer you sure this is the right place?' asks Kylon.

'You ask too many questions kid' says a Policeman. 

'You know the Northern boys will take out anyone on their turf right? They don't care, even if you're an Enforcer.' says Kylon.

The Nobleman steps forward from the shadows.

'You really know the street don't you Kid' says the Nobleman. He draws closer to Kylon and the policemen.

'You can leave now officers' says the Nobleman

'See you at the fight my lord' says a Policeman.

The Two policemen walk off.

'My lord, you wanted to see me' says Kylon

'You still got the Bronze I gave you?' asks the Nobleman.

'Yes Lord, do you want it back?' asks Kylon.

'Depends on whether or not you agree to my offer' says the Nobleman.

Kylon is anxious. It's usually not a wise decision to turn down an offer from a nobleman, and he knows it.

'You know how to use a gun?' asks the Nobleman.

'I ain't killing nobody for you Lord' says Kylon.

'I wasn't asking you to, I asked if you could use a gun, can you? My guess is because you worked in a gun shop you probably know your way around the weapon you sell, am I right?' asks the Nobleman

'I do Lord, can I know why you are asking? asks Kylon.

'I am in need of a ward for the fight and I thought of you. As I already paid you for your services before I thought you might take me up on the offer once more.' Says the Nobleman.

'Surely you must have better options than me lord?' asks Kylon.

'I need someone incognito, unknown in my world' says the Nobleman.

'Why?' asks Kylon.

'The Officer was right you ask too many questions. I want someone who's just gonna blend into the background and not make a scene around me, who has no hidden motives. All you have to do is serve me drinks for the night kid and I'll give Twenty Bronze for your troubles.' says the Nobleman.

'Twenty Bronzes!' shouts Kylon. The Policemen are alerted by his loud voice which prompts the nobleman to make a hand gesture to calm them down.

'A worthy amount for your time, would you agree?' asks the Nobleman.

'Yes Lord.' says Kylon.

Twenty bronzes for being a butler for one night. It's what Dol calls a done deal. I can't shake this feeling there's a catch to this, but for twenty bronzes, it's worth the risk. I guess he's got something to do with the Northern Boys, we would on their turf otherwise. I'm just not sure if he's their friend or foe. My money is on friend. Everyone wants nobility on their side.

'what's your name lord? A man has to know who he is working for.' says the Nobleman.

'Titus Argon, Lord of someplace you've never heard off. Your first task is to never talk unless I tell you to, understand?' asks Lord Argon.

'Yes Lord.' says Kylon

'You can go now, meet me in the High-stands when the fight starts, you'll get your payment after the night is over.' says Lord Argon. He walks off and is joined by the policemen as he exits the area.

Titus Argon, just who are?... and how did that prick know my name. Luck is on my side, I still have a chance to make the bet before the match starts, whatever happens, I'll be up thirty Bronzes by the end of the night. But first, I need to get the hell out of the northern boys' territory.