Amidst the revelry and celebration in the aftermath of Helios's victorious display, one of Rhesus Decimus's friends, Publius Varro, couldn't help but notice the presence of a young boy amidst the remnants of the mini arena. Alcides, with an air of maturity that seemed out of place for his age, diligently cleared away fragments and shields.
Publius Varro, his gaze lingering on Alcides, couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to this boy than met the eye. Inquisitive by nature, he decided to probe further. Pouring himself another cup of wine, he casually inquired, "Rhesus, my friend, who is that boy over there? He seems more than just a servant."
Rhesus, aware of the attention on Alcides, nonchalantly replied, "Oh, him? Just a servant, Publius. Nothing more." He attempted to dismiss
