Agnes Rock

The Rescue Mission I

After the discussion everyone went away. Agnes and Amelitia went to the tree house to talk and relax before he went for the mission.

“Are you sure you want to do this? You don’t have to do it for me’’ Amelitia said hugging Agnes from behind.

Agnes turned around and pressed his chest to her front, kissing her forehead. “If I’m not doing it, do you think I’ll forgive myself if something wrong happens to you. Hell no! I want you and I want to keep you safe till my last breath even if going through hell and back makes you mine I’ll do it a thousand times. I love you Amelitia.’’

Amelitia was speechless. She opened her mouth to speak but no words came out. She nodded and kissed his chest reminding herself she’s loved despite what effect her past had on her.

“I want to sleep. I want you to hug me to sleep.’’ Agnes carried her bridal style and took her to the bed. He laid her gently on the bed, he climbed in the bed too and moved closer to Amelitia. She snuggled closer to his chest, Agnes took her hand in his and begin to stroke it gently. Agnes stopped when he heard her even breathing, knowing she’s asleep. Agnes got up and took hold of his sword. He went down the tree house and begin training.

In the evening, he went to the house to check on her but she was still sleeping. He lied beside her and slept off. Not long after he woke up to the delicious scent of food.

Amelitia prepared food and served it to him. Thought out their eating no one said anything, Agnes noticed Amelitia is feeling uneasy. He reached across the table and held her hand. “Don’t be like this.’’

Amelitia retracted her hands and sniffled. A sob escaped her lips. “You just don’t understand. Everyone I’ve ever loved die. This is one of the reason I don’t want to love because it ends bad.’’ Her sobs became louder.

Agnes stood up from his seat and went to her place. He rubbed her back and kiss her cheek. He looked her in the eyes, “You know I wouldn’t sit and let you go on a mission that’s very dangerous. And don’t worry I’m coming back, I promise you that.’’

Amelitia calmed down after a long time. “Let’s go. You should be back by tomorrow morning. Just be safe okay. I’ll pray for you.’’

“Ok ma.’’ Agnes bowed teasing her.

Amelitia slapped his arm and went down the tree house, Agnes followed her.

*****SUNSET*****

Agnes moved swiftly into the crowd. He quickly blended among the people moving to their various destinations. The country has a vast population that trading occurs all the time even till midnight. This is one of the reason the country is prosperous in wealth.

After moving a lot, he came face to face with the giant wall surrounding the king’s palace. Agnes looked around maybe he could see the person Master Kaeman said is going to help. He waited for a little while before a man came to his side, he followed the man to a secluded area.

“Are you the one?’’ He asked.

“Yes I am.’’ Agnes answered.

“Show me. What’s the code of identification?’’

Agnes stretched out his arm and showed the man the bracelet on his arm. The man examined the bracelet for a while before nodding his head.

“I’m Cyrus. I’m a soldier and I also head the palace kitchen. Master Kaeman told me your name is Agnes.’’

“Yes.’’ Agnes affirmed.

Cyrus handed a soldered attire to Agnes to put on. Cyrus cast a last look at him before speaking. “I came to the market to get few provisions for the store. Since I came out alone it would be suspicious when they see you with me. So you will be hiding among the things I bought. Just don’t make a sound, okay? I’m risking my head and my father’s legacy. I was only in charge of the palace kitchen because my dad has been a faithful and loyal member of the royal court.’’

“I understand. I won’t mess this up.’’ Cyrus handed a bottle containing greenish substance. “This is for your escape route. It will put the snakes to sleep. Don’t get delayed there, because the snakes are more venomous and fierce when they wake up.’’ Agnes took the bottle from Cyrus and put it in his pocket.

Cyrus led Agnes to another part of the market where there’s a wagon there. He hid Agnes among the stuffs he bought from the market, he then used a cloth to cover him making him camouflage with the food stuffs there.

Cyrus rode back into the palace.