by Helen W
There's a light dusting of rain as they return to the White City.
“You've betrayed state secrets. You've committed treason.”
Lady Serafine to one side, Kratos to the other. Still vigilant in case of a last attack on the road.
“We won't even bother to execute you. We'll tell the truth; you killed a God. We'll throw you to the Low Guard - they'll kill you for us.”
Through the gates, Ambassadorial passes. Through the streets to the Embassy.
“Captain Chermes! Thank the Gods you're here! The Ambassador's dead, we need you to command the Embassy Guard. Move!”
…what the–?