Love and Passion (Presumed Innocent Sequel)

The Duel

d'Artagnan lunged at me. But, I quickly got out of the way. I used an illusion that he was being choked to get him to stagger to the wall. He gestured for the other Musketeers, Porthos, to help him out, but Adrien kept him occupied. I smirked. The dog had the audacity to smirk back! I couldn't see why until they were on me.

The other two musketeers attacked with such ferocity that I let d'Artagnan go. I was forced to my knees. "Ha! Do you give up

I smirked. "A Phantom never gives up."

Then, I arose, and forced all four of the musketeers to their feet. They gasped for breath. "Please... have pity on us. We don't want any trouble."

I let go, rolling my eyes a little. "Fine. But... you owe me"

d'Artagnan looked up at me with a raised eyebrow. "Name your price."

I smirked. "You work for me now..."

d'Artagnan considered what the other option would be. He extended his hand. «Bienvenues à bord,» I said with a smirk. Then, seeing as it was late, we went back to the inn. d'Artagnan and the rest of the musketeers paid for our room and board.