King Ambrose: The Rise of the Bastard Son

10: Darkness as Companion

The alleys were dark and as much as I hate it, it was my only companion. It welcomed me with open arms as I marched through it, the future uncertain.

My whole body ached with every movement I make. My legs, in particular, were screaming with pain. I contemplated what Darion and Henry offered. I contemplated if I made the right decision to accept their offer. One thing running in my mind was that, my life will not end like this. I refuse for it to end like this. This may make matters worse or this will give me a second chance. It was a risk I was willing to take. After all, other than my life, what else have I got to lose?

I hissed in pain when my foot snagged on something. The sound of metal rolling against the concrete pathway echoed along the narrow alley. It made me wince. It was loud enough to wake the monsters in everyone's nightmare. But I kept on walking. What else can I do?

In the distance, I could hear the sound of the traffic. I need to get there as soon as I can. If I don't