Teuns sees the doubt in Saoed’s eyes but feels this is his calling. This is the one thing that he has to succeed in. Only then will he feel that he had earned his place in the French Foreign Legion.
“Think about the heartache and pain that the Dulacs had caused you and your people, Saoed. By stealing the sword, we can destroy them because they will believe that Allah has left them.”
“What good would this act be if we pay for it with our lives? It is quite impossible. We both are young, and I have come to save your life, Legion man. I cannot agree to something that will probably cost me my life and yours.”
“It is not necessary to die. You are familiar with danger, and so am I. Who says we will not succeed? How many men are with you?”
“Only twelve. And what good will twelve men do when t
