The Emperor's Prisoner

38

From morning I had prepared some things to bring. The most important thing is the bracelet, the object that is the key to all of this. As well as some valuable objects to start life outside the kingdom.

 

The condition of the harem palace has been designed so that not many servants work, especially at night. The exit plan is tonight. Cila had already said her intention, because I was the only one person who was like family to her so chose to stay. Although I have explained the various risks, he still did not change his mind.

 

“nyonya, brother Lu and the crown prince since afternoon have left the kingdom,” he said as we started berberes. Time is late at night, so just make sure the luggage.

 

“ they must have started the journey to Dendira,”

“ right before midnight we're out. I have prepared everything” continued me.

“ good madam”

“ later after getting out of here call me sister, don't mistress, understand?”

“ understand madam” Cila smile sweetly.

 

The night was getting late, Cila and I were already wearing harem palace maid clothes, intending to go out and change shif. Passing through the hallway where the palace horses were. Waiting for the new patrolling guards could bring the horses out. Fortunately Cila can ride a horse, although not too reliable but he said he can still ride at moderate speed.

 

Observing the atmosphere, the guards had already left. It was time.

“ ayoo”

We each carried one horse, heading towards the east gate. Our clothes have changed to resemble the royal guards. So they probably won't suspect. I lead the way, just a little more can get out the gate.

 

“ wait, where are you going?” one gatekeeper stopped us. Gawat, they should still be patrolling.

“ we,,, received an order from the crown prince to catch up with Lu”'s bodyguards

“ where is the proof of command?” no, it's not as easy as I thought. You have to find a way out so that this plan works. I reached into the luggage bag while giving the code to Cila to prepare to woo fast. I don't know what paper to take, just give it.

“ this,,” after opening it turns out it's Zoska city map paper. It's a good thing I still keep it, so it can be useful now.

The guard seemed to think and then opened the gate.

Huh, uh,,

I don't know what the guard thought, fortunately, he thought we weren't lying. Immediately I pulled the horse rope and drove a little fast. Cila can still catch up and follow me. Must immediately stay away from the kingdom before meeting the other guards.

 

Our next trip was at an inn at the end of the city of Zoska. I know this place because I stayed there when Mr. En was on a mission. The journey may take 2-3 hours. Only tomorrow morning can continue the journey out of town.

 

“ mistress, is this the inn?” we've stopped the pace of the horses right in front of the multi-storey building.

“ box, Cila. I told you not to call me madam” while tying the horse rope.

“ sorry, big brother” still smile sweetly. This kid looks so happy.

“ we book a room first” enter the inn building.

 

After placing the order, Cila and I immediately entered the room.

“ sister directly shower only, I will arrange provisions “

“ no, I go straight to sleep. You can eat first if hungry”

We booked a room with a large shelf, to save money. At least the place is quite comfortable and spacious. Though so simple. I changed my clothes and went straight to bed. I saw Cila eat some of the supplies that were brought.

 

**** 

“ big brother, wake up already morning” vaguely my body swayed and heard someone call. Eyes feel very heavy, but considering we are not in the palace so we have to hurry.

 

 

“ you don't eat Cila?”

“ I have eaten earlier” the answer is short.

 

After the trip, the next trip to the city of Laqaka. But the path goes through the Mondor forest. This forest was right beside the Linnel Mountains. Mountains that believe a lot of robbery.

 

Cila had bought some supplies around the inn. This time the trip will take a full day. You need to prepare more energy before you start. Do not forget to buy men's clothes, fear when cursing women's clothes will even invite crime. So it was decided this way.

 

“ sister, look very handsome”

“ you too, handsome” we are teasing each other.

“ since exiting the palace you look happy, did I see wrong?” my continue.

“ emm, actually I miss life outside the kingdom. Longs to walk in the market, wash clothes in the river, play in the fields”  

“ so this is one of the reasons you still want to join”

“ hehehehe,, yes ” Cila smiled grinning.

“ I'm happy, let's go”

 

The journey starts from morning and continues until noon. The scorching sun makes us shelter around the mordor forest. The ambiance is quite soothing. Open the food and eat it together.

“ brother, the bracelet that sister found it this one?” Cila pointed at the bracelet that was attached to my hand.

“ yes right.”

“ if you can know what the bracelet is related to the decision to leave the kingdom?”

“ emm, this is my mother's bracelet. I found it in the hands of the rebels so this is the only key to the death of the mother as well as the villagers.”

“ actually I'm not sure about my mother's death either. Until now never seen his body” continued me. That night Mr. En took me straight away. According to his confession, no one survived. So all this time I was sure that my mother was dead. Until I find this bracelet. A little doubt haunted me.

 

“siang still scorching we can rest for a while here” horse riding for hours making the body condition a little sore. Sleeping for a while also does not hurt. We looked for a little hidden place, then sat side by side.

 

“,, sir,,,” flinched in shock and instantly opened my eyes, two men were before me.

“ emm,, who are you?” installing self-defense even in a sitting condition.

“ we are travelers who just came out of the forest, why are you here?”

 

I woke up and came straight to me.

“ do not be afraid, we think you guys are victims of robbery so deliberately approached and woke” heart a little relieved to hear his words.

“ you guys why here?” saut the other man.

“ we are heading to Laqaka city so are resting here” replied me while standing up.

“ happens we also want to go there, sell the results of the hunt” these men's eyes lead to their horses carrying deer carcasses.

“ come with us” says his friend.

 

I and I look at each other, either agree or refuse. My views are now beginning to examine these two men. Nothing strange, everything looks like a normal hunter.

“ well..” I replied weakly. I hope they are good people.