Part II: The Sorcerer's Offer
"Ayatollah, I know that you are here to bring Blue Bull to justice," said the long-haired wizard, his Czech accent thick. His arms moved in an exaggerated fashion, and in his left hand he clutched a book of spells. "I do not know his exact whereabouts, but I know of someone who can help you track this monster down. I might be willing to ... pull a few strings. Quid pro quo, of course."
I studied the sorcerer's face. Was he sincere? Or was he trying to use me to achieve some diabolical black-magic aim? After traveling more than 5,000 miles, I decided I had little choice but to hear him out. "Go on," I barked.
He showed no emotion as he laid out his offer in full detail. "And that is all I seek, my liege. Do me this small favor, and Blue Bull could be yours." I briefly considered his proposal. "Done," I barked. "I shall return this evening."
As I left the shop, I could not help but wonder: Had my pursuit of the Blue Satan led me to make a deal with the devil? I said a silent prayer to Allah as I descended an escalator at the Malastranska subway stop.
To be continued ...
5 comments:
I am curious my darling, did you see defenestration occur? I am hoping that is what you did to the NASTY BULL. I hope you at least made a muppet of him!!
*anxiously awaiting the next installment whilst chewing on my *cough* blackmarket* cough* rough hide.
Aine
Ayatollah, you delight yet tease with your all-too-incomplete tales of intrigue.
Death to Blue Bull!
The plot thickens! Hank - the latest addition to the congregation - insists on a rawhide and bedtime tale of the Ayatollah every night. To say we are intriqued is an understatement.
very interesting story! I wonder how interesting can somone's life be!
You had really interesting trip and much impressions. When I read your blog I feel like I am in Prague.
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