211 The Secret (2)

The scene moved to a stone walled room, one large enough for a jousting tournament to be held. From the equipment arrayed around, it was a training room, one that was very well stocked with weaponry and items for development.

He was still with the same companion, only this time they were standing at a distance – something that gave Lars a great relief.

"Listen closely! No matter what, you must keep this secret and never, ever, ever tell anyone about it! No-one should know, not a soul! Can you promise me this…?"

"Y-yes, Hakundak, of course! You know that I've never spilled a single secret of yours, don't you…?" Lars' host felt hurt at the tone of voice used and couldn't help but retort petulantly, looking away.

Then Lars stiffened as the big man rushed over to hold his host's hands tightly as he spoke, "No, no! That's not what I mean, Aerol… You know I trust you more than anyone else in this world… Only…"