Chapter 10 - Empty Hands
Darlana hears shouting, outside. Metal clanking. Weapons? She hasn’t felt safe since the doctor was taken.
“What do you see, Lomash?”
“Just a small group of people out there.”
The sounds of footsteps enter the room. A woman's bare feet.
“Raakhi.” Lomash's voice sounds shocked.
Darlana's not shocked, just angry. “Good. Raakhi. Where is doctor Altal?”
“Hello, Darlana. The doctor is fine.”
“Take me to him.” She insists, willing to rise from her chair. “I want to know he's alright.”
“Trust me.” Raakhi's voice grows fierce. “That's not why I've come.”
“Lomash. Summon the constable.”
“Ah, Lomash. You old drunk. Haven't seen you in years.” Raakhi's voice drips sarcasm. “What are you doing in a fine home like this?”
“Madame Darlana was kind enough to give an ol
