The Last Light, Chapter Four

Chapter Four

While they were walking, Killion noticed a gradually increasing stench. He looked around for the item which caused it, but before he could see it his cloak erupted into flames which stank of sulfur and incense. He threw it on the ground, yelling, “Marcillious, put it out!”

Marcillious reached into his bag and came up with a small box of fairy dust, and a bottle of itching powder. On his next grab he came up with a pink, ruffle covered shirt, which Melody snatched and held behind her back. In the chaos, Landan began sneaking backwards, but stood on a twig, at which everyone whirled around.

Melody reached for her two daggers, saying, “Any opposes for murdering this guy?” Areena grabbed her, and held her back, saying, “Unfortunately, we still need him, but do as you want, as long as his legs still work. I'm not carrying him the next fifty miles.”

“Stop!” yelled Marcillious, “I have a better idea. Instead of half killing him, let us make him a useful member of our party.” Landan looked relieved, until Marcillious turned to Killion, and said, “I know that Landan has a limited knowledge of fighting. Would you mind helping him gain such knowledge? Melody, I am sure you have things you need to be carried, such as your luggage and such.” During this, Landan's relieved face slowly became a perfect picture of terror. “Fine,” said Melody, “but he’d better start with the luggage carrying now!”