Chapter 87 - Thena (2/2)
Tullus nodded his head rapidly, the fat on his face bouncing with each head nod,- ”Of course, of course, my apologizes.” he said knowing not to antagonize the man. He knew how Flavius was a power-hungry fellow who didn't want to mince words.
”I was just at the temple earlier today when I saw a group of interesting individuals that I've never seen before, being escorted by the Head Priestess to Thena's private area.”
Flavius perked up when he heard this- ”Go on.” he said taking a seat, showing his interest.
Tullus tried to slow things down- ”Well now, this is where we talk compensation, how much do you think this information is worth?”
Flavius lost his intrigued face as he scowled- ”Name your price.”
Tullus seeing he had him hooked couldn't help but lick his lips as he spat out a crazy number- ”100 gold coins.”
Flavius slammed the table in anger as soon as he heard it- ”Are you mad! What makes you think it's worth that much, do you have anything better to add?” Surprisingly none of the other customers reacted to his outburst which was a bit strange even if you take into account that they may not have wanted to piss off a guy like Flavius.
Tullus not noticing this flinched at the aggressiveness but he was prepared for it as he knew he got a little carried away. He awkwardly laughed but didn't back down, thinking this is how you negotiate with big shots- ”Haha, Don't be so hasty, I'm sure I can find other Lords who would be interested if you don't think it's worth it.”
The scowl did not leave Flavius's face as he considered his options- ”I will give you 50 gold.”
Tullus gave another hearty laugh- ”Haha, come on Flavius, don't be so stingy, how about 75 gold and we both go our separate ways, I've been looking to set up a deal with the nearby islands and with this gold, I'll be able to start it and can count you as a small partner if you wish.”
Flavius who would at any other time consider it with anyone else was not budging- ”50 gold and I won't look for future trouble with you.”
Tullus now sweating a little out of fear took the deal- ”Alright deal.” he said putting his hand out to shake only to be denied as it hung out there awkwardly.
There was no way Flavius was going to touch the fat slob- ”Speak!” he ordered.
Tullus pulling his hand back cleared his throat and explained how he saw a mighty looking warrior of unknown origins following the Head Priestess with his 3 beautiful women by his side to supposedly meet Thena, a person of extreme importance to the people of Athens, some even considering her to be Athena herself, who rarely if ever met with people.
Flavius's thoughts instantly traveled to the images of Theoric and the girls staying at his villa. He then stood up looking at the fat man before giving a nod to his guards.
Tullus looked excitedly towards the guards expecting to get his pay before the guards pulled out their daggers.
Paled with fright Tulus shouted- ”You can't do this, we're in a public area, I know you care about your image.”
Flavius sneered- ”Your right I do care about my image but you were a fool to think you could get so much gold out of me after what you did at the docks, the deal you were setting up at the islands, the man you screwed over, was my man.” he then snapped his fingers were all the people stopped what they were doing and stood up before he snapped his fingers again, whereby they all up and left leaving them alone.
Tullus went ashen, screaming out for help as the guards descended upon him.
Once outside Flavius knew he had to meet with Theoric again and try and discover what was going on, he just became a dangerous piece in a game he had no business being in. First thing first though, he also had someone he had to report to, those strange people he made a deal with, perhaps he could get them to deal with it for him while he continued to work on his own plans.