Gamble

The meal is nothing like what Asther expected. The boy thought that he would see some common food on the table. After all, there’s no reason to prepare anything extravagant. He’s not even an honored guest in that house. He’s a prisoner and, the person who’s guarding him isn’t special as well. That’s why the luxurious looking meal didn’t makes sense to him.

“Take a seat, the food will go cold if all you do is stare on it.”

“Yes your honor.” Asther waited for Thomas and the maid to be seated first. It’s only after this that he decided to take a seat himself. Choosing the spot at the side right after the maid.

“No. You’re sitting close to me kid.” The juror commanded.

“As you wish your honor.” Asther replied, changing places with Thomas who is at the left side of the table.

“Dig in everyone. I promise you that the food my maid prepares is something to die for.” The juror claimed.

Thomas didn’t hesitate to take a bite. As for Asther, he looked at the food closely for two seconds. Then he