Legacy of the Musketeers (The Novella Range Book 1) by Shimwell Ian

Author:Shimwell, Ian [Shimwell, Ian]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Publisher: Shimwell's Stories
Published: 2012-07-10T16:00:00+00:00

THREE

Athos

Athos flinched as the Mask was fastened, burnt and finally sealed in place onto the helpless Philippe. Louis’ mocking manor fuelled his hatred. How could his fellow Musketeer, Aramis not only allow this to happen but be actively involved? He turned to Porthos and quietly said, “There’s too many Black Guards at present. We must retreat for now and devise a different strategy.”

Porthos gruffled his agreement and they left the Royal Gaol. Passing a side-tunnel, Porthos remarked, “You are going the wrong way, my sincere friend. The way out is that way.”

Athos continued marching straight on. “I said we are retreating, my unreliable oaf – not fleeing altogether.” Porthos shambled forwards sulkily and Athos patted his shoulder. “My fellow – and loyal Musketeer.” Porthos smiled and they went on their way.

“Yes,” said Athos, “I thought it was here.” He pulled a wall torch and yet another secret passageway was revealed to them. They were in a small stone-walled room that had a religious air to it with a monk-like sculpture; the remains of a Holy Bible and Latin inscriptions on the walls. “A Priest’s Parlour,” Athos declared. “A 15th century hideaway for Jesuits. Aramis told me about it.”

A worried Porthos said, “If Aramis is supposed to be the enemy, aren’t we in danger here?”

“We will have to take that chance. We need time to plan.”

“If Aramis is the enemy, why don’t we just kidnap him?” Porthos looked crestfallen. “I know – it was a stupid idea.”

Athos though grabbed Porthos’ arms and smiled like a man inspired.

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