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The King's Edge

Chapter 8 Xena Dropped Off Her Perch: A Visit to the Boss

Word Count: 1612    |    Released on: 30/04/2023

all, she made her way through the throng. The gamblers were held in check by a number of bouncers with the necessary massive strength. Inelegant feline portraits

arest bouncer, a guy with a c

e guy pulling at his sleeve. You are unable to alter your decision mid-course. Take off

and looked him in the eyes. She sympathized

, he sai

l me your name

Ragos,"

t dealing with the same silly

for our vendors' potato cakes. Who do you suppose had to mend the furnace that chose to malf

now bouncers had such

oss's pet," a different bouncer

a grimace. "Is that yo

re? Amarante enquired. I visited

u have an appointme

owever. We attended s

when she sounds like she's swa

t along with the professor

love to see you," Rago

ross the Maze, they ascended a metal stairway. They came to a halt in front of an office constructed into the rafters. Th

ely a woman's v

, Ragos winked. "Go rig

ssfully to get a message to Sicarius from every pawnbroker, bartender, weaponsmith, and loan shark in the city, she was

ked on t

ed, "Oh, come

all, she made her way through the throng. The gamblers were held in check by a number of bouncers with the necessary massive strength. Inelegant feline portraits

the bouncer who was closest to her, a ma

he bets were final and that it was not possible to change the decision midway. The little man immediately dashed t

ontact with the bouncer. She showed empathy and understanding

, he sai

l me your name

Ragos,"

t dealing with the same silly

for our vendors' potato cakes. Who do you suppose had to mend the furnace that chose to malf

now bouncers had such

oss's pet," a different bouncer

a grimace. "Is that yo

re? Amarante enquired. I visited

u have an appointme

owever. We attended s

when she sounds like she's swa

t along with the professor

love to see you," Rago

ross the Maze, they ascended a metal stairway. They came to a halt in front of an office constructed into the rafters. Th

ely a woman's v

, Ragos winked. "Go rig

ssfully to get a message to Sicarius from every pawnbroker, bartender, weaponsmith, and loan shark in the city, she was

ked on t

ed, "Oh, come

e of outdated and contemporary goods that were dispersed all about the room. She was still aware of the lady sitting behind a desk that was piled high with boxes, ledgers,

aid, "Are you Xena Ace?" And I notice

o win Mitsy over. "I like to mai

tness. The professors were really pleased

caught duplicating them," Xen

't that what business is all about? Mitsy yawned in response as she filed her nails. According to th

don't believe our professors had it in mind at all. But it looks

Mitsy. "Yes. You too? Although I haven't heard anything

e enforcer was a relief to her. You wouldn't have, I

t her. Oh, what illicit goods are

mark open-ended. "Parts. I'm

favor?" Mitsy question

d a package. I need a reliable person to go with it and make sure it gets ther

hat I'm amazed. You were always such a good student. I would have mocked yo

week as opposed to fi

ly. And Sicarius is the

na inquired, making an effort to se

itsy said, "Whatever

nquired, wanting to conclude

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The King's Edge
“Xena is an enforcer in the city of Turgonia, tasked with keeping order and upholding the law. But when she's falsely accused of a crime, she becomes a fugitive on the run. Desperate to clear her name, she teams up with a band of misfits including a swordsman, a sniper, and a scholar. Together, they embark on a dangerous quest to uncover a conspiracy that threatens the emperor's reign. Their journey takes them through the treacherous underworld of Turgonia and beyond, as they confront powerful enemies and face unexpected challenges. With wit, humour, and plenty of action, "The King's Edge" is a thrilling adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.”
1 Chapter 1 The First Day on Duty: Loyalties and Promotions 2 Chapter 2 The Coffee Shop Robbery: A Chance Encounter with the Emperor 3 Chapter 3 Murder at the Pottery Studio: A Case for Xena and Hunter 4 Chapter 4 Xena's Determination: Rising Above a Menial Task 5 Chapter 5 Xena faces a daunting meeting with the Commander of the Armies.6 Chapter 6 Mission: Seduce and Assassinate - A Request from Hollowcrest7 Chapter 7 A Cat's Eye View: The King's Musings 8 Chapter 8 Xena Dropped Off Her Perch: A Visit to the Boss 9 Chapter 9 A Secret Meeting at Pyramid Park 10 Chapter 10 Xena's Plan to Hire an Assassin: A Risky Business Venture11 Chapter 11 Assassination Attempt and Revelation: Confrontation with Sicarius 12 Chapter 12 Xena's Risky Visit to the Imperial Barracks13 Chapter 13 Betrayal in the Emperor's Palace14 Chapter 14 Medical Experiments in the Imperial Dungeons: Xena's Ordeal.15 Chapter 15 Xena's Struggle Against the Regent's Tyranny.16 Chapter 16 Trapped in the Dungeon: A Fighter's Fight for Freedom