Meanwhile...
Jorlon approached the massive wooden doors of Fort Muran, perhaps the strongest keep belonging to the order. Legions of men were stationed there. 3 miles east of the Fort was the training camps of Marathus's army. As Jorlon approached the doors, three men jumped from the bushes and ambushed him.
Men- "Attack, don't let him get away!"
Responding instantly, Jorlon dismounted the horse, and drew his Warblade. He swung at one of the men, chopping of the arm, and the thrusting the man in the stomach. While he did this, the 2nd attacker went from behind, and swung with all his might at Jorlon's shoulder. The blade broke due to the adamant armor, but Jorlons shoulder had a deep gash. Jorlon took a dagger and threw it at him, hitting the man right in the face. The commander kicked Jorlon in the face. But Jorlon used to fighting, kicked the heel of the mans foot, and he tripped backwards. Jorlon got up, and punched him in the face, knocking him unconcsious. Jorlon layed down on the ground, but to his dismay, he heard a large BOOM, and the gates opened. 21 men came out, 10 Royal Arches, 10 Royal Swordsmen, and one man having Mithril Plating and a Mithril Sword.
Marathus-"Jorlon, the man belonging to the Champions of Old, do you know why I'm here?"
Jorlon- He stood up, and answered-"I'd assume you knew of my coming Marathus."
Marathus-"THATS SIR TO YOU! And I shall have you know that I have come to place you under arrest. For the slaughter of 2 soldiers, and the assault of one commander belonging to the Order. I also believe that expells you." He had a nasty grin as he spoke this.
Jorlon-"What! You bastard, YOU SET THIS UP DIDN'T YOU! I should have known, of course you would do this. So then, whats in it for you! Trying to keep Soccious for your personal interests, or are you trying to keep all visitors captive until you have full order of the Court?"
Marathus-"Hahaha. Thats clever Jorlon, but you are not even close. I have Soccious for my own reasons, and I will not have little whelps like you intefering with my plans! Guards, take him away!"
Jorlon-"Fine then, but before you do that, I have one request."
Marathus-"Very well, then, lets hear it."
Jorlon-"Where are you keeping Soccious?"
Marathus-"Same place you are going. Yes, you two will make pleasant screams on the chair! Now then, take him away."
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