Kharon Chapter 75
Jacob, Emma, and Luke are being led down the road of an elaborate ice kingdom. The threesome are all in shackles made of ice. One of the guards carries a small case made of ice with Sparky inside. The group is brought to a large magnificent frozen castle. “Nice craftsmanship”, Jacob remarks admiring the arctic structure. Luke shoots him a dirty look.
The gang is then brought before the Ice King and Ice Queen who sit on ornately carved thrones of ice. “Here thee, here thee, you are granted an audience with the great and mighty King and Queen”, shouts one of the guards.
The Ice Queen outstretches her arms. “Welcome to our Place of Frost newcomers!”
“Your ship has been added to our glorious kingdom. Although there was some nasty play at first all is now forgiven and we would like to invite you to join our island nation”, sings the Ice King.
Jacob raises one eyebrow and holds up his shackled hands. “You’re sending out mixed signals.”
“Simply a precaution. Guards!”, bellows the Ice Queen. The guards approach and undo the shackles and let Sparky out of his cage.
“Well that’s a bit more hospitable.”
“What do you want with us?”, asks Luke.
“Nothing in particular. We float across this great ocean picking up strays. The more that join our nation the mightier we grow”, answers the Ice King.
“Forget it! We’re on our way to The Gardens”, states Luke.
“It does not exist. We are the closest you will find”, says the Ice Queen.
“I don’t believe that.”
“Believe what you want. It does not change the truth.”
“Maybe we should stay here since we know for a fact this place exists”, whispers Jacob.
“I know The Gardens exist!”, snaps Luke.
“We should probably add that if you don’t choose to stay here you will be terminated per our tradition”, says the Ice King.
“Well that’s a piece of information that certainly sways my mind”, says Jacob.
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