Intruders

Karium Maselli tightened his clutch on the tray and General Neal was all alert when one man walked towards them. Keeping in mind the place where they were right now, they tried their best to feign a normal composure.

When the man finally stood before them, the General's hand was already itching to reach for his sword!

"Why are you standing here?" the man asked; the question obviously directed at the Prince. "Commander already wait for this wine. Do you dare to keep him waiting?"

The two tensed-up men slowly eased down when they heard the man. It seemed like they weren't busted, for now.

"I apologize. I was suddenly told to deliver this wine and I was a bit lost because of that," Karium Maselli quickly said, slightly lowering his gaze. He gave General Neal a side glance and the latter quickly bowed his head too.