Chapter 40
"I didn't see any other women. But I was in that basement."
Jordon circled and landed on Herbert's shoulder.
"Whoever it is we can't just leave her a prisoner," Jordon said. "Not without at least talking to her."
"Hey, wait a minute." The guard started to sit up. Herbert's sword point didn't budge and Alexandra hefted her stick. He lay down and sighed. "Do any of you know where I can get work? My job won't be worth spit after this."
"Talk to my father in Poond, tell him that his son is alive and well."
"Who are you? The Guardmaster's son?"
"In a sense." Herbert bowed. "I am Prince Herbert of Poond, and the heir to the throne. Give the King my name and my message and I assure you that he will reward you."