Star Rider and the Golden Threads by Heidi Skarie

Author:Heidi Skarie [Skarie, Heidi]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Blue Star Visions
Published: 2018-08-31T22:00:00+00:00

17

Trouble at the Marsindi Palace

Toemeka entered the palace kitchen. The enormous room was filled with the latest equipment and kitchen appliances. Erling already sat at a counter with a plateful of food. She got a bowl of vegetable soup from the food dispenser and sat on a bar stool beside him.

She breathed in the wonderful aroma of the soup and swallowed her first spoonful. It tasted delicious. “You in trouble, too?” she asked, between spoonfuls.

“That’s an understatement. Zanton challenged me to a duel with Borithon swords.”

“What are Borithon swords?”

“One of Zanton’s guards said they’re an occult sword used by the upper class in Haklute that vibrates with energy. There’s a lot of superstition surrounding them. The guard said no one ever lives who gets wounded by them—at least not as they were. They may come back as zombies or ghosts.”

The soup in Toemeka’s stomach turned sour. “You can’t fight him! Remember the nightmare I had when I first got here.”

“I’m not backing out of this.”

“You have to. You’re in no condition to sword-fight after the beating you took on Flo Shah. You need to see a healer, not fight a duel.”

“It’s only until first blood is drawn.”

Michio entered the kitchen. He’d changed out of his flight suit and into a shirt and slacks. “You two should be careful what you eat after fasting for a few days.”

Erling mischievously turned to Toemeka. “How angry is Mich with me for taking you on a mission? Am I going to have to fight two duels?”

“I’m not planning on calling you out, but I will if it happens again,” Michio kidded back. Growing serious he asked, “What other duel are you referring to?”

“Zanton challenged me to a duel.”

Michio cocked an eyebrow. “A duel? That’s unusual these days.”

“Apparently not in Haklute.”

“They’re fighting with Borithon swords,” Toemeka inserted.

Michio frowned thoughtfully. “I’ve heard of them. They’re dangerous weapons. A novice would have a difficult time using them to full advantage. I take it you agreed to fight him.”

“I’d look like a coward if I refused.”

“Better a coward than dead,” Michio said.

“It’s only until first blood is drawn. Besides, I’m a skilled swordsman. Toe and I used to fence a lot. She’s skilled too.”

Michio glanced at Toemeka. “I didn’t know you fenced.” His frown deepened with concern. “Is something wrong? You look pale.”

“I’m not feeling well. I think I’ll lie down.” When she rose the room began to spin. She felt herself falling as darkness closed over her.

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