Must lawbreakers be punished?
A short discourse on the importance of laws and punishment.
“Where to, sir?” The Driver asked after Balgair had helped Arien into the landau and ensured the other four men had comfortable seats.
“Ex-mayor Willem’s house first,” The Reeve said as he relaxed back into the seat and looked at the men who looked as uncomfortable as he did. At least I’m not the only one who’s not used to riding in a carriage,” he joked.
“I’d rather walk,” Methak stated as the carriage started moving.
“Or at least riding a horse,” Ben commented as he looked at the wheels with distrust.
“Speak for yourself,” the thief-taker bragged as he stretched his arms out and rested them on the back of the seats. “This doesn’t bother me at all.”
“Oh?” Tackett raised an eyebrow as he leaned toward Farank. “Why is your face green?”
“Shhh, Laddie, don’t point mine out, and I won’t point yours out.”
“Men,” Arien muttered as she made herself comfortable and crossed her ankles. “You’d think that a ride is a sign of weakness.”
Balgair winked at Farank as he turned his attention to the …
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