Soul tendencies 1.69

The next day, Semiramis departed from the port of Gythion with all his crew heading west. At the same time, Viggo was looking at the beautiful figure of Kiara standing on the dock. She looked like a beautiful sculpture surrounded by white garments that fluttered with the sea breeze. Obsidian horns aside, everything in it was wonderful, at least, that's how it was for Viggo.

Next to Viggo were Sakura and Ana, both looking at Kiara who seemed to walk away at every turn. From time to time they looked at Viggo and the expression in his eyes. Thanks to that, they resented Kiara and longed to be in her place. Generate that feeling of longing in Viggo's heart. However, they were also grateful to the hetera queen. Without her, they would never have met Viggo, much less be able to undertake this journey. So, they only had to sigh.

Viggo let out a sigh that was carried away by the sea breeze and turned his back on Kiara. Then he looked ahead at Semiramis leaning on the railing and commanding the crew. At the same time, Scheherezade stood beside her, like her faithful right hand. As always, Scheherezade wore a long black robe that covered her completely to avoid distracting the crew. She wore a white veil that covered half of her face. However, her beautiful emerald eyes with a soft and seductive look, were unmistakable.

Viggo advanced to the railing, looked at the deck after the wide sea ahead. They were advancing along the Gulf of Laconia and then sailing on the right and advancing along the coast. Then they would climb through Messenia, a vassal country of Sparta, where the warrior nation forged most of its weapons, and continue up the map north until they reached a fishing port in the country of Arcadia. There they would stop to rest, but for now, they only had one long journey across the sea left.

The marble and Jewlery were inside the bag Kiara gave Viggo, so the ship was garter. On the other hand, Semiramis is the one who managed the bag, which completely displeased Sakura and Ana. However, considering that Semiramis was the one who ran the business and would manage the funds, had a lot of logic. Thanks to this great demonstration of confidence, Semiramis was brimming with self-confidence. Because if Viggo proposed it and that monster allowed it (Kiara), she assumed that she was the best option; much more than Scheherezade, Sakura or Ana.

-Stop making that evil smile- Viggo said with a nice smile.

-You're not going to bother me with those words- replied Semiramis, showing a beautiful smile that showed a row of white teeth. Beautiful, sensual, brimming with femininity. Semiramis felt sexier than ever in life. Viggo smiled pleased with that smile. Semiramis' long dark hair fluttered in the sea breeze, her beautiful face illuminated by the sun, her thin neck and the black chiton with golden edges that gave her an air of mystery.

-I like it when you smile like this-

Semiramis gave him a flirtatious look, and then kept looking forward, as if ignoring him. However, she liked how she felt, she liked Viggo, and she also liked those words.

-Is she going to be, okay?- asked Semiramis trying to calm down is euphoric in her heart.

-Kiara? Yes, chances are there is no one in this world who can harm her- Viggo replied -he was happy to just remember her and that was reflected in his smile. At the same time, Semiramis noticed this and felt as if a bucket of cold water fell on her. Then her smile faded little by little and she remembered that this woman reigned in Viggo's heart. Semiramis could be a third in the position and with a lot of effort a second, but the first place would always be that woman. That, it was a bit disheartening.

However, before she could feel unwell, Scheherezade walked over and ran her hand over her back as a consolation. For Scheherezade it was also a bit strong to see Viggo smile distilling love through all the pores for that woman.

On the other hand, different from them who were trying to comfort, Sakura and Ana each took a hand from Viggo and held it. They would never give up; even if they reached the end of their lives, they would still try to be someone meaningful to Viggo, or at least, so they thought now. Viggo looked at each of them and smiled. Then he gave each of them a kiss on the forehead and looked forward to the great turquoise sea. A flock of seagulls flew from right to left, as the sea reflected the sun's powerful rays.

-The strength of youth- murmured Scheherezade and Semiramis frowned upon hearing it.

-I'm not old- Semiramis murmured.

-Oh, and that's why you were demoralized by a simple smile?-

Semiramis look down and murmur in a spoiled tone -if the person you like thinks of another, anyone would be demoralized-

-Well, they don't, so learn from Sakura and Ana. I will also learn-

In that way, they sailed throughout the day through a calm sea until they reached the fishing port of Figancia, in the country of Arcadia. A quiet place away from the big cities. Its population must hopefully have reached one hundred people. The houses were all made of adobe and with orange tile roofs. From time-to-time people passed by like now and everyone was welcomed as friends. Life was quiet and people lived to raise their families and die of old age.

Once the ship docked, the entire crew descended. Many approached Semiramis to advance some of his pay, but she refused and told them that tomorrow they would finish the job. If they wanted, tomorrow she would pay them all and they could spend it as they wanted. However, now it was time to be cautious to be in good condition tomorrow. Of course, the sailors were smart and knew that many valuable deals like the one their captain was carrying out ended badly. Greed was always a theme among merchants.

So, everyone comes down to stretch their legs, eat and rest. Even if they wanted to sleep rough, they could do it. The port of Figancia was surrounded by beautiful meadows covered with flowers. Most dangerous beasts lived hundreds, if not thousands of meters away. The only thing the sailors had to worry about was the food, as the water was free and easy to get. Just a hundred meters from the city was a river that descended from the mountains and provided them with fresh water.

For their part, Semiramis and his companions made a brief tour of the city, ate outdoors and returned to the ship at night. As always, she slept with Scheherezade while Viggo slept with Sakura and Ana. Everyone agreed that today would be a day to rest, because as Semiramis told the sailors, tomorrow could be a complicated day.

That way the night passed, and they set sail the next day with the first rays of the sun. The blankets of water rocked the ship throughout the morning, until when it was noon and the sea calmed down. By then, the wooden dock occupied by the linen farmer to sell his goods was already visible. Linen was a vegetable fiber that after a long process was transformed into a beautiful fabric. Very famous into the south of Alexandria among the Arab countries.

At the time, Semiramis was leaning on the railing as she looked out over the harbor. She seemed calm with an enthusiastic smile, however, when Viggo put his hand on hers she could feel her hand trembling.

-Calm down- said Viggo -I'm here, no matter what happens we'll get around what might happen and move on. We have already faced pirates and the raging sea; nothing can stop us-

Semiramis looked at Viggo, took a deep breath, and nodded in one movement. She kept looking at the horizon, trying to see above the hill that rose behind the harbor and covered the linen fields.

An hour later they docked at the port. Viggo told the crew to inspect a thousand meters around in case they found any signs of any traps, but none were successful. Everything seemed calm and in order. So Viggo took Semiramis and ordered Ana and Sakura to take care of Scheherezade.

Semiramis got off the ship carrying a dark cloth over her head, as married women in the Middle East did. Only keep its black chiton with gold edges that fits quite well to the fabric. At the same time, Viggo took out his axe and placed it in his right hand; ready to occupy it at any time.

In this way, Semiramis and Viggo advanced along a dirt road bordered by high grasslands and climbed the hill that covered the linen fields. It would only take half an hour to reach the village where the flax farmer lived. And if everything went well, in an hour they would be back with a chest full of drachmas and about thirty men who would lower the marble of the ship.

However, when Viggo and Semiramis were reaching the top of the hill, Viggo put his hand on Semiramis' shoulder and stopped her from moving forward. Viggo stared into the distance. They could see the large linen plantations growing like long golden-colored stems, but couldn't see the workers, or horses, or smoke coming out of the houses. It was half a day, it was time for lunch, it was logical that people were preparing their meals. Even more so the people who work in the strenuous jobs of the field.

-Back off- said Viggo, taking a step back. Semiramis stared at him and could see the discomfort in his gaze. So, she did what Viggo said, then they turned around and walked back. However, as they were about to take their fifth step, a group of men dressed in black rose from the surrounding grasslands. They carried their hands behind their backs and drew their dual swords generating a metallic rub.

Viggo noticed them immediately, looked at the surroundings, and understood that they were surrounded.

-Immortals- Semiramis murmured -Why? Why ?- she began to murmur until her voice got out of control and she screamed furiously -I no longer have anything to do with your prince or your kingdom-

However, the men with their faces covered by a silver mask in the shape of a demon, advanced walking at a slow pace, shortening the distance with Viggo and Semiramis. The latter was in a nervous state, looking everywhere for a way out. However, the only thing she could see in the distance was that ten immortals were heading towards her ship, where Sakura and Ana were, and more importantly, Scheherezade.

-What do they want?- cried Semiramis in a hysterical state -if you want to kill me, go ahead, but don't do anything to Scheherezade, she has done nothing wrong– big tears began to flow from her eyes. However, the immortals continued to advance, getting closer and closer to Viggo and Semiramis.

-Calm down- said Viggo -stay focused, I will do my part, you will do yours and we will escape. I can kill them but protecting you at the same time will be a feat. Don't worry about Scheherezade, she has Sakura and Ana, both were taught by Kiara. So, there's no way for little monsters to beat them-

-Viggo- said Semiramis

-What?- asked Viggo with a smile full of ferocity.

-I can believe in you-

-This is the best time-