As described, the village was a small affair, a few rows of houses strung out along the tracks that led in, with three-tiered buildings in the middle. Toem made for the houses furthest back from the centre.
“How can you be so sure of their location?”
“I have been in and around this village a lot during the passing of the last moon. It is well protected, but not during the day. Only the garrison in the centre of the village is here, and they will be in the inn. O'Bellah likes to keep his home clear of the mercenaries.”
“It amazes me that such a tyrant could come from such humble surroundings.” Zya said with regret.
“Even the most powerful come from somewhere. Everybody has roots.”
“I don't know mine.”
“You will. There are reasons for everything. You will find out one day.”
They stabl
