After Ian finished bathing in a nearby stream (at the insistence of Bumbles), the two quickly started discussing plans to find the merchant who had sold Ian the magic mud. Bumbles, having nothing better to decided to accompany Ian on this quest, so the two set out together scouring the countryside for any clues of the merchant they might find.
Ian regaled Bumbles with tales of his adventures along the way, tales of rabid chipmunks, brothels, angry blacksmiths, and a job he once had shaving Asian boys for a queen named Freddy. Hours turned into days, and days turned into weeks, and all the while Ian chatted along happily and Bumbles listened to everything without commenting.
One morning Bumbles awoke to prepare breakfast and noticed several Soldiers surrounding he and Ians campsite. Bumbles immediately woke Ian. Ian rose and asked what the commotion was all about, and soon realized why his small friend seemed so frightened. Once Ian noticed the heavily armed men he proceeded to wet himself. Who are you who trespass on the land of The Dirty Lord Sanchez, came a voice from behind the duo? Ian slowly turned and saw a very large man who by all appearances must have been in charge.
Bumbles spoke first Sir, our most humble apologies, we had no idea upon whos land
We were camped. It matters not, thundered the voice, All who trespass must stand before Lord Sanchez and he will decide the price that must be paid for your transgression. At this Ian began to whimper loudly, two guards grabbed Ian and Bumbles and proceeded to tie their hands behind their backs and ball gag them. They never heard the sound of the clubs that took their consciousness.
Ian and bumbles regained consciousness inside of a large room that appeared to be some sort of courtroom. Seated atop of an ornately carved Throne was a large man with dark hair and a dark complexion. He stared at the two like a hungry fox staring at chickens.
Suddenly Ian and Bumbles were grabbed from behind and forced to their feet. How do you plead against the charge of trespassing? Asked the man seated atop the throne.
Ian spoke We did not know we were trespassing, were very sorry and promise never to come back to your land again. The man atop the throne laughed evilly at Ians response. All who trespass must pay a price, was the mans reply. I am Lord Sanchez and I do not allow people to wander freely across my land. Bumbles got nervous and with a shaky voice he said Sir we have no money, and we have nothing of value that can be paid.
Lord Sanchez got off of his throne and walked close to them and stopped in front of Ian. This one has something of value he said and walked around Ian and cuffed him on the rear end. This one defiantly has something Id be interested in. Ian became even more frightened and Bumbles was speechless. The guards in the courtroom began laughing and Lord Sanchez signaled one of them. The guard that was signaled immediately pulled out a key that he wore on a chain around his neck. The guard then went over to a large wooden box that was in the corner of the room, and unlocked the padlock on it. When the guard raised the lid a large man dressed in a full black leather outfit and leather hood rose up and stared at Bumbles. Bring the Guardian here to watch the little one, You others take hold of the taller one and follow me to my chambers said Lord Sanchez.
Ian was dragged kicking and screaming and Bumbles was left alone with the guardian. Bumbles was frightened but the guardian never did anything but stare at him and giggle uncontrollably. After several minutes, Bumbles heard quit a commotion coming from Lord Sanchezs chambers, Hooting and hollering an occasional Yee Haw. After about an Hour Ian was dragged back into the courtroom and thrown at the feet of Bumbles. Lord Sanchez appeared next. He was very sweaty and seemed tired. He spoke to Bumbles The price of your trespassing has been paid, you both are free to go, and leave quickly before I change my mind Bumbles didnt need to be told twice, He helped Ian up and they immediately left the Lords abode. Once outside while walking away from Lord Sanchezs land Bumbles looked at Ian What happened to you in there? I dont want to ever talk about, said Ian while he limped along to keep pace with his companion. Bumbles didnt pressure Ian to talk about it, but he did keep staring at Ian while they walked. Finally Ian said Why do you keep staring at me? Bumbles didnt say anything at first but then he stopped walking and looked at Ian hard I dont know said Bumbles You look different somehow.Have you always had a mustache?
Later that night something else of great interest happened to our two would be adventures
TO BE CONTINUED
lol..... Im gonna hit the sack Phreez,,, Ill give ya a holler tomorrow... dont forget... He who knows nothing knows not what he could have known, therefore; if he doesnt know to begin with,, I guess it doesnt really matter... Good night
