killing savages on the mountains

prince Theobald Manley is on the mountains surrounded of testosterone & masculinity. the prince laughs at the pair of the songs sang by the warriors.

Theobald tells to his people that he is tired of savages & rebels attacking the messengers and convoys with treasures.

this mountains are on the limits of the kingdom, on the south-east side. the only reason why a prince would come so far to kill some savages is because of the evidence that was given to him. evidence of cruel acts of cannibalism and torture.

Theobald hates those who are against the values his father wanted to establish for the whole nation. any act of disrespect to what he finds sacred, is a sentence of death.

Theobald has been for some days fighting this savages. there are too many. there is this little colony of them living on the mountains and depending of the mountain to live.

Theobald had only attacked those who he consider dangerous, but he doesn't want to murder them all. he wants to show mercy to those who haven't committed cannibalism by their own nor accept this lifestyle of animals.

"a man is committed to his craft & his nation. my craft is to protect and to fight for my nation. I miss my father's words of wisdom, I miss his cocking. but once we are done with this task we will be back to the arms of our loved ones."

said the prince holding a mug of beer.

all the warriors are laughing with joy. they are all celebrating for their victories so far.

it was clear that by now neither the prince nor the warriors knew about the assassination of King Bradley Manley and massacre of hundreds of innocents.

some of the victims on the massacre where parents, wives, and even kids of the knights that are now on the mountains.

one small group of savages is running towards them with spears. Theobald takes his sword and runs towards them. he slaughters them one by one. none of them is capable of touching him. the most they can do is to leave a tiny cut on him.

when Theobald is done with everyone. his knights are looking at him surprise. they celebrate him. they clap to have such a man for boss.

Theobald Manley tells them that his last name isn't for show, his last name is evidence of who he is. he feels proud of been the son of King Bradley 'Ax-fist' Manley.

the origin of the nickname is simple. on his early years an assassin came to him with a war-ax. the attacker left a wound on the king's face. then the king stopped the next attack with his fist. the assassin was taken down. since then the king has a scar on the face and a horrible scar on his left hand. since then he became 'Ax-fist.'

Theobald loves to talk about the origin of his father's nickname. his men hate to hear the story, but at this point they can't stop their captain from talking about his father's glory and greatness.

it has been a day since King Bradley Manley's public execution. the messenger who is suppose to deliver the information to the eldest prince haven't arrived jet. it will take him like another six or seven days to arrive at the mountains.

after another fight or two against the savages, soon becomes night time. Theobald told to his people that it was necessary to take a break.

among all the men working for the King, there was someone who was special. he is the Hero Knight who swear loyalty to the crown.

the name of this Hero Knight is, Brett Webley. he was once a member of a farmer family. their land was attack once by the multiple enemies of Martyrium. on that time it was normal for the nations that envy Martyrium to attack the most desolate lands of the Kingdom. many innocents were murder.

on those times Brett Webley protected his own land after losing his parents. a farmer defeated knights from strong nations. after hearing this story, King Bradley Manley gave a title and training to Brett Webley. then he was given a platoon to take his vengeance.

ever since then, Brett Webley follows the eldest son of the King. protecting the prince is his way of repaying the debt he owns to his Lord.

"your highness, prince Manley. I your loyal sword and shield. I want to be given the opportunity to end this battle. those savages are nothing, but scum that is too low, for your highness. I can get my hands dirty for you and end them all."

said Brett with honesty.

this Legendary Hero Knight believes that it is easier to just kill them all. he wants to finish the job, so he can be back to his own home with whores, expensive liquor, and his personal treasures.

Brett may be seen on the outside as a righteous Hero, a defender of the weak. the truth is that he became corrupted by human pleasures. the worst part is that his ego has grown longer than his morals. he lose himself on his false believed to be a Hero.

"you are wrong. I don't want to kill them all. I believe that some of them are redeemable. with a proper example, they can be ideal citizens."

said Theobald feeling offended by Brett's ego.

prince Theobald keeps talking to the Legendary Hero Knight about other things. Theobald doesn't know about anything that isn't war, blood, flesh and death. he has been living most of his life representing his father on battle.

Theobald has been thinking about trying something different once he is back to his homeland. he wants to change a bit his lifestyle. maybe a change will do him right.

"your highness, prince Theobald. if you may allow me to speak. I believe is time for you to give me the command. I only need of your command, so I can take my men to fight your enemies and end this silent war."

said Brett feeling anxious to start another battle.

the prince beliefs is time for them to start thinking about getting a bride. they are getting old, if Theobald lets time pass, then it will be too late later for him to have heirs.

Brett stands up as he walks far from the camp. he feels the need to pee. once he feels like no one is watching. he starts to pee. he smiles in satisfaction. he was even whistling. it was a peaceful night till that moment.

there is a strange noise. Brett turns around as he puts his member back inside. there is a guy with a machete who was walking silently behind him.

Brett takes a dagger out of his pockets. he walks towards that guy. Brett was faster. as he avoided any hit, he stabs that guy twice on the chest. the guy falls dead. Brett takes the machete as he runs towards the camp.

Brett was afraid of the possibility of his comrades getting hurt while he was away. when Brett arrives he looks at his comrades fighting against the savages. there was a part of the camp on fire. some knights are falling wounded or dead.

Theobald calls Brett by his name as he fights against four savages. Brett runs at the rescue of his boss. Brett kills any savage who gets close to him.

Theobald is able to slay the four savages. he looks at a small wound on his stomach. he is bleeding a bit. he walks towards his men to help them.

as the fire keeps burning, some knights and many savages died that night. once the battle was over, Theobald is standing with a severe wound on his left leg. he felt bad after looking at all the knights dying on the ground.

at dawn there were twenty knights that were buried underground. Theobald felt like it was his fault for not been a good leader. he is call by one of his men.

Theobald follows one knight who takes him in front of a sight that was horrible. the prince looks at Brett covered on blood walking with a smile as he decapitates a teen. there were many bodies around of him. the settlement of the savages was burned down. almost nothing was left.

some teens and kids are asking for mercy. two elders are crying as they ask for the youngest ones to be forgiven. prince Theobald orders to his people to take care of those who are still alive. he told them to not hurt them any more.

"this wasn't the victory I wanted."

whispers the young prince.

this wasn't victory. this wasn't a battle. this was brutality & a massacre.

"you all heard the boss. take them in and don't do anything to disrespect the honor of our lord."

yields Brett.

Brett walks with grace & pride. other knights are clapping to his 'Heroic' fight against the savages. Brett walks towards a small stream of water. in there he washes his face, hair and arms. there was more than blood on his hair. that was indeed a brutal fight.

once Brett is done he turns around to look at the prince. Theobald is frowning. the outcome wasn't what he wanted it to be.

"let's go champion of Martyrium. in our return I will make sure to give you more than recognition. sorry if I sounded too fragile. I need to gift the idea of me been a good man of principles to my men. they need to see me as a light of goodness."

said Theobald with a creepy smirk.

"be honest with me. do you really wanted to see those savages alive? I could had killed them all, just say the words."

whispers Brett.

Theobald has finally shown his true colors. he isn't a saint. he is a cold and calculative man who thinks before he acts. all that he does is in order to use it on his advantage. he acts noble in front of those he see as pawns.

"the reason why I didn't allow you to kill them all is simple. I need them as war trophies. the noblemen will see the face of the innocent boys and girls that I saved. I am meant to be a hero on their eyes. only on that way the power will be mine, and loyalty will be a plus. let's go, glory is ours."

said Theobald followed by a sinister laughter.

"my lord. you are so cold and smart, that at times I shake on fear. I can't picture how dangerous of an enemy you can be. and is for that reason that I don't dare to defy your words. your word is my command."

said Brett as he kneels in front of the prince.

Brett returns to the camp with the prince. the Legendary Hero Knight was talking with the other knights. he was ready to return to his home.

Brett asks the prince if they are going to stay any longer or if they are going to leave. the prince is thinking about which choice to take. Brett tells him that he wants to stop on the way, on a whore house. the prince asks to the other knights. they all yield with joy asking to stop on a whore house and asking for a banquet.

"okay is time to return. there is a lot I need to do."

said prince Theobald Manley with a friendly smile.

"how do you think is your sister doing?"

asks Brett feeling concern for her.