"It's Ok Al. We will get this so called Sword God bastard." Ben patted Alan's back with a calm smile.
A man with a blank expression wearing crimson robe walked down the staircase towards their group.
"I see you had conveyed my needs to the Princess. I thought she might be travelling discreetly. By the Killing intent I just felt, it seems our princess is with a small army of a few hundreds and a couple of Generals too....!"
"No matter how many there are, I can wipe them out without effort. Now princess, if you want my help to defend your kingdom against the group of mountain troll, then do as I ask. Don't worry I will be gentle with you. You can go back after spending a night with me. But the 21 girls....." the cackle which came out of him was so heinous that made the Princess and his entourage hairs on the back of their heads stand on its end.
Smiling wickedly Ben spoke. " Sword god, we agree to your Condition. The princess will come to you now with a few guards to ensure her safety while traveling. I hope you keep the promise of saving the kingdom from the mountain Trolls."
The guard captain and the Princess started to protest, but, Alan just raised his hand making them swallow their protest. Princess felt resigned. She had never thought she would end up being someone's plaything. That too of an old man.
Resolute, she steeled herself and announced. " I promise, I will come to you if you promise to save the kingdom from the catastrophe. But, I will not send any other girl."
"Before the mind controlled man open his mouth. Ben spoke again. " Sword God, I will fullfill your other wish. But please promise us, you can save our kingdom."
The angry and twisted face of the mind controlled man changed into a devious grin. "Of course I will."
"Follow my pet, Princess. Bring these two young man with you. They look sturdy and would make a better pets than the current one." The mind controlled man pointed to Ben and Alan.
Joe, you did your job pretty well so I gave a swift death to all your family members. Now you join them. The man made a gesture and Joe, the middle aged man collapsed spurting blood from his mouth.
The Inn fell into complete silence for a few seconds. " Follow my Pet, he can't hold for long. He is just a weakling. If his mind gives up before you reach me, you will not have anyone to help you. Only I and my followers can do what I promised. "
" Sword God, please let us know the location. Even if this pet of your's fail, We will ensure that we will reach you. The safety of the people of this kingdom is our top priority now." Alan spoke, winking at Ben with a sly smile.
"Ha Ha ha... you two will make excellent pets. Alright here is where you need to come..... Beware, If you think, by bringing your small army, you can take us down, you will be in for a terrible surprise." After sharing the details the pet used by the Sword God collapsed. Dropped dead.