Josiah's P.O.V
Asmodyus was able to sneak me out of the castle in the middle of the night. After handing me off with a small bag of gold and helping me steal a horse, he saw me off as I promised I’d return after a few days. He nodded, “I’ll keep Malik entertained.” I smiled softly at him before I raced off back towards the village.
I covered myself with the cloak Asmodyus had provided for me as I reached the village. I dismounted the horse before guiding her over to the tavern. I tied her off near the trough outside before I went into the tavern. I scanned the room and smiled softly as I noticed Levi playing cards at a table close to the bar. I crossed the room over to him before removing my hood.
His smile was contagious as he all but leapt over the table to tackle me. “Josiah!” He exc
