"Sir, it's getting dark. Are you hungry? I will cook a simple meal," the man said.
Othniel hadn't answered yet, but the man had already left for the kitchen. Othniel decided to wait in an old chair.
It wasn't long before the man brought his dish. Steamed buns filled with meat and vegetables.
"Sorry, just a simple dish." The man placed it on the table, then sat down next to Othniel.
Othniel gave a small smile, then took the bread.
"Thank you," said Othniel.
***
At 4:00 am, Othniel and Rommy went to the royal territory.
"I hope you won't tell anyone if you have escorted me to the royal territory," Othniel warned.
"I will keep your secret, sir," he said solemnly.
"Sir, I have bought a horse, as per your wishes. So that the time is much shorter," he continued.
Othniel looked at the
