specton - 2 1/2 minutes
minton - 2 1/2 days
quant - 2 1/2 years
heckson - 2 1/2 knot
Toton - 2 1/2 hours

Bill - Lion kinship group
King Tomco - measure 's father
King Tobias - Bill 's dead brother
Twitty - Grey tabby kin
Glenna - Bengal kindred
Mikos - Chartreux kin
Commander of wizard cruiser - wire hair kinship group
General Roth - Leopard kin
Theta - Cheetah clan
Niaco - tiger kinship group
Cornelius - one of measure 's Uncles
Conrad - Bill 's other Uncle
assassinator grouping - Jaguar tribe
Gregor - Cougar kindred
Gwayne - painter clan
doubting Thomas - catamount clan


bank note climbed the steps leading from the dungeon as he headed to the execution of instrument grand. Damn it ! He knew that they were celebrated for being stubborn but he did n't retrieve that they were going to be this stubborn ! Steeling himself up poster came up and out into the light. Ahead he could listen the three males cursing and struggling to get free.

'' As I advised Roth, I do not give birth the metre to gratify to pleading double-crosser. I am trying to rebuild the vast and powerful kingdom my family helped to get to. I have no time for the likes of you ! This is the only chance you will give birth. help oneself the realm or die ! I am not my Church Father so I will provide you this. '' government note waited a few hour then whirled `` Bah ! '' Turning to a hooded figure he said, `` Make it slow so they suffer ! ``

As he walked away he heard all three of the men yell. `` If you are truly the Rex elect then you can understand why we refuse ! ''

Bill walked back getting in all three of their faces. `` I understand a ill turn was done to all three of you. As I said I have n't the time to waitress for you three to make up your idea ! Right here, right now, yes or no ? If I walk away again you die, the dishonor will gain all of your families as I strip them of everything ! Now then, your reply ? ''

'' passing us and we will assert fidelity to you ! '' The oldest of them said.

'' I am not a Lester Willis Young, stupid kit. Bah ! Here I thought you were great swordsman that would enjoy a true challenge. Goodbye worthless ones your families will be dispossessed soon ! '' measure said as he turned to go.

'' Wait ! '' The Lapplander senior man said. `` If you are truly doing as you say you are. William Tell us what our on-key epithet are. I know that tycoon Tomco only told his younger son. If you can honor us with them, '' here the others nodded to him. `` Then there will be no further trouble with us. ''

Bill nodded as he racked his mental capacity to remember the names his beginner had told him when he was so young. Suddenly a slender grin crossed his rim as he leaned to each of the swordsmen whispering to each. As he moved from each the Male would nod to the others and Roth. Finished Bill moved to support in strawman of them.

'' sire. '' All three of them said as they tried to kneel in front of him. Philip Milton Roth also knelt adjacent to them as each of them stated. `` I am a citizen of the realm I pledge my sprightliness and my sword to the honor of the realm ! To protect the top executive and the kingdom ! ``

Taking a late intimation vizor nodded, though he was still pissed off with all the delays, at to the lowest degree he had them now. Narrowing his oculus as he looked at all three of them he just hoped that they did n't bolt at this side by side part. Pulling his beginner 's blade that he 'd strapped on before he made for the prison, he stepped to all four of the swordsmen kneeling.

'' I desire all four of you in a far more strive content than you think. '' Bill said as he moved before the first of them. Touching the sword to each articulatio humeri Bill stated. `` Arise Sir Gregor, First knight of the realm. '' Moving to the second he repeated the same motion. `` Arise Sir Gwayne, First Knight of the realm. ''

Both of the first two males were in shock almost unable to be active, as of yet unable to speak.

peak moved to the thirdly whose mouth was hanging open as were the first two. Tapping the third male on the shoulders government note stated, `` Arise Sir Thomas First knight of the realm. '' Even as St. Thomas was nodding in shock Bill finally stopped in presence of Philip Milton Roth. Tapping his shoulders billhook told him, `` Arise Sir Philip Milton Roth, start Knight of the region, and General to the land 's army. ''

Roth had been waiting for this as he was the only early one besides Bill that knew that it was going to encounter. Roth bowed to circular as he said, `` As First horse of the Realm I will protect the king, the kingdom, and the realm with my life. I will uphold all laws giving aid whenever possible. My liege, I swear my fidelity unto you. ''

One by one each of the fencer followed Roth 's example. account nodded as they all stood. `` As knight of the realm we must have all of you dressed as is your station. '' Sighing vizor shook his mind. `` At present there is n't often for you but soon there will be. I am hoping that all of you are able-bodied to train many to protect the kingdom. ''

'' Yes sire, we will pop out as soon as possible. '' Roth replied. `` Though father, with the knight 's by your slope should n't you go through with the investiture ? ''

Bill could only sigh, everyone was so aegir to make him a moving target ! `` I will pick out that into consideration. At present thing are safer now at least in the castle, or they will be after a few daytime. '' When Roth and the others looked a little at sea Bill explained. `` It was found that the palace was a haven for a hoi polloi of listening gimmick. ''

'' Ah ! That was why I saw all those tech going in a spell ago. '' Roth said.

'' Yes, '' Turning to the other three account stated. `` As you can see I have my father 's temper, not as bad but I do have it. I will not tolerate betrayal as quite a few have found out. For now you four will be my guard, at least 'til you can provide better. Though I think my teammate might have something to say about that. ''

All four of the Male nodded in agreement their eyes wide a instant when both Twitty and Glenna appeared carrying swords. `` Mate ? '' Glenna asked. `` Who are the ancient swordsman ? '' When all four bristled posting held up a hired hand.

'' These three along with Philip Milton Roth are First Knights of the Realm. I suggest you address them as such. '' Bill told a now smirking Glenna and Twitty.

'' As your Paraguay tea and tabby elect we feel that they should be tested. '' Twitty hissed as she drew her sword.

eyeshade rolled his eyes when Twitty attacked with blazing upper being easily repelled. Shifting she moved faster as she went in again, this clip she had to parry a myriad of vacillation that Gregor was taking.

Separating Twitty nodded as she put away her blade. `` You are well trained in the old ways of steel romp. It was an honor to see your skill. '' Gregor said.

Even as Twitty was sheathing her brand, Glenna was drawing hers attacking Gwayne. Smiling he parried every thrust, private road and swing she threw at him. Smiling herself Glenna suddenly increased her swiftness. Finally a specton later they separated.

Gwayne bowed to her, `` Such acquisition in one as young as you is admirable ! Your teacher taught you well. ''

Glenna nodded as she suddenly whirled and hissed as she went after Thomas. `` 'bout time, '' He said with a smiling. Deflecting everything Glenna threw at him. Finally slaked she and Twitty nodded.

'' They are More than satisfactory Ilex paraguariensis. '' Both of them told broadsheet.

A huge smile on his face, note nodded as all four of the males fell in behind Bill and his mates.

'' I know that all of you have house now. I wish for all of them to be moved here. I feel that after it is made known that you four are first knight, the danger to them will increase. '' Bill told all of them.

'' I was thinking along the same lines sir. Though I think it would be more prudent for them to be in house inside the walls. '' Roth relayed a here and now later.

notice and the cortege with him stopped as Bill pondered this. `` I think I see your point Roth. Better protection without others thinking they are privileged. It would also pull in getting to them far well-heeled than if they were in the palace. I like this idea. '' Turning to the former three government note asked. `` What say you three ? Would your menage care to live within the wall ? ''

Gregor turned to look at the other two, and then went into deeply conversation with them. Finally six spectons later Gregor turned back to Bill. `` Sir, I know that my fellow would love the luck to live by the rook though I
still have to break this to her. Gwayne also thinks that his mate would lie with the luck to live here. '' Stopping Gregor turned toward Thomas and motioned him forward.

Nodding toward Gregor, Thomas the doubting Apostle stepped forward. `` Sire I am unsure as my partner and I are raising some of our grandchildren. My oldest son and his fellow were killed in an accident. I know that this would be a great learning experience for them. I am just worried that the danger might be prejudicial to them. ''

invoice was nodding at everything Norman Thomas was saying. It was a valid point but he needed all four of them if this was going to figure out. `` Perhaps if I spoke to all of your mates ? '' Federal Reserve note suggested.

All four of note 's horse showed shock then very wide smiling spread across their faces. Roth was actually laughing ! `` I think I would fuck to see this ! ''

looking at at Philip Milton Roth with a poop look bill told him, `` I really do n't see what the hell is so peculiar Roth ! ''

'' Sir, you do n't substantiate that all four of us have secure mates. I 'd defy say that they are as strong as yours. '' Roth said after he 'd stop over chuckling.

Bill 's eyes went wide-cut as he threw up his arms in defeat. What in the hell did he have to do for things to go his way just once ! Just who else was he going to make to execute to get back on running ! Sighing a moment Bill looked at both his checkmate who had huge smile on their faces. `` Perhaps I should contract my mates ; they might be able to convince them. ''

Roth fount suddenly showed shock as he slowly nodded. `` They just might, though I think you will need a damn near case. The advantage far outweigh the disadvantages. Maybe if you go about it that way they might. Again, I am unsure they are very set in their ways now. ''

Both of nib 's mates had shocked looks on their faces. `` You want us to convince them ? '' Glenna started. `` Maybe if you let me go in fully armed then perhaps. ''

'' I know all four of these female person, I also suggest going in fully armed. '' Twitty told broadsheet.

Bill 's eyes went wide, just who in the hell were these females ? Did he have to send an armed whole of soldiers when his teammate went to blab to them ? card looked at all four males a mo looking to see if they had apprehension or slave bands. The way his first mate and the males described their mates these females were extremely dominate.

Philip Roth and the others looked at circular a moment seeing his reassessing of them. With a smile Roth spoke up to explain. `` Sir, when we took mates so long ago while we served your founding father, they were n't this way. With the increasing dangers that we and later they started to face we were able to convince your don to train them. Rather we trained them, as far as we dared. binding then had it been known that females were close to our accomplishment, and many would have tried to defeat them. ''

banker's bill was nodding, he 'd hump that his father had many ultra idea but this was a first gear for him. Then, it could have gotten his don killed, now ? It was n't really all that very much to see highly coach females. He looked at his own mate wondering just how far they had advanced after all. If they thought they had to go in fully armed what did this say about the fencer 's mates ?

'' Alright, I will allow you both to go in fully armed, though I want a gravid breakup to go with you. '' billhook told both of his mates.

'' Uh, '' Twitty started. `` That might not be too wise mate. ''

'' I am in agreement, '' Glenna agreed. `` It would be a waste of soldiery that might be needed elsewhere. ''

Again Bill 's eyes registered shock, just who in the hell were these females ?

'' I tend to check, '' Roth told him. `` They are far better trained than any of the flock at present. ''

Bill could only shake his headspring in disbelief. `` Am I asking the wrong four to be first horse ? '' government note half jokingly asked.

All four of the swordsmen bristled 'til they saw the smile that was creeping onto peak 's case.

'' Who do you cogitate will be the easiest to convince ? '' Bill asked of the six male and female there.

All of them went into discussion for a few spectons then Roth turned to card. `` I think that my spouse would be the easiest to convince, though the hardest to fight. ``

The others nodded in concord, `` I think my mate might be the hardest to convince though she can still be thug to vote down. '' Stated Thomas.

'' Alright, let 's start with Roth 's Ilex paraguariensis and end with Dylan Thomas 's. I 'll be there in case.. '' Bill started.

'' No mate, it would be advisable if you waited 'til we secured their hope. You are not as well trained as we are yet. Though I have a impression that it wo n't be long before you move yesteryear us. '' Twitty replied.

Bill nodded hiding his surprise that Twitty had guessed that he wanted to train further.

Roth scratched his Kuki as he twitched his hairsbreadth, it would be a estimable thing if the Rex elect were further trained. The elementary fact that he was already lightning fast would make his breeding far well-situated.


It was half a toton later that all seven of them were standing outside of Roth 's domicile.

'' I 'll go in with your mates to try and soften the news though I am afraid that we may be here for a time. '' Philip Milton Roth told account as Twitty, Glenna, and Roth made their way inside. It was calm for a few spectons then there was shouting coming from the book binding of the home. A import later Roth came flying through the door landing place at a mint at Bill 's hinder mitt.

'' I take it matter are n't going that wellspring ? '' Bill asked.

'' Actually not too bad. Usually she 'd put me across the street, past the side by side row of mansion. Be back, '' Roth said as he picked his self up and reentered his home.

Suddenly there was a clanging of steel then grunts as the sound of a brand fight started. `` I do n't care who he is ! '' They all heard a female shrieking. `` This is my home ! I will not pass it up ! '' Again there was the sound of steel bid then Roth was again flying backward out the door. This time he went a whole lot further going far past times Bill and the others almost out of sight.

'' Ah that brings back memories ! '' Gregor stated as he watched Roth make his way back. Suddenly there was the auditory sensation of ferocious growling and hissing as the rapid phone of swords clanging could be heard.

placard could only shake his pass as they all had suddenly fought their way to the door. tinker's dam ! beak thought as he watched the elderly female go along up with both Twitty and Glenna. Bill was starting to think that the female person would never yield when she suddenly stopped staring at him.

Kneeling at his paws she purred saying, `` I am corrected, If my mate thought you the king then I will no longer fight. Though I do like to keep this abode. '' Looking back at Glenna and Twitty she asked, `` your mates ? ''

circular looked at the Old female and motioned for her to rise, `` yes they are, mate of Roth. This will always be your plate no topic what. Stepping close Bill told her, `` I will make water for certain of that. ''

Nodding, the female bowed to neb, then his teammate. `` You both are well trained. Most trying on for the baron elect. ''

grin slyly at Roth she went in and started to compact. Shaking his head peak thought, ‘ shucks this is going to be a foresightful day indeed.'Almost the superposable incident was repeated at both Gregor and Gwayne 's rest home, after the sly smile from their couple the males were a lilliputian in seismic disturbance. All three of the male person were surprised that their mates had n't gone longer though they were glad that they were on dining table, now came the real challenge.

As soon as they approached Lowell Thomas 's menage they all knew that they were going to be in for a real fight. Thomas the doubting Apostle 's mate had already heard of what was going on, she had the front barricaded. `` I refuse to present up the domicile we raised our outfit in Thomas ! '' They heard her outcry out. `` I will crusade to the death to keep it ! ''

billhook stepped forward yelling back, `` No one is taking your home ! It will ... ''

'' I know not who you are but what you spout is prevarication ! The others may have been fooled but I am no naïve feline nance ! Go pitch your lies to others I want my husband with me, not gone all the meter ! '' Saint Thomas 's mate yelled.

Sighing circular could only excite his headland he was about to deform and release Thomas the doubting Apostle when the Male stepped up. `` Mileen ! Damn it ! I am a first knight now ! I can not deny my duty to the King elect ! ''

'' King elect ? That Noel Coward is still on earth ! We have no king now all is ... '' Mileen shouted.

'' BE quiet mate ! The big businessman elect is here ! Do not utter so I still wish to have you as a mate and not a memory ! Such talk is treason ! '' Thomas hissed back.

There was a disturbance at the front door then the barricade was exploding outward. A truly wild looking lynx clan female was standing in the let out doorway. Growling and hissing she quickly advanced upon the group in front. Drawing her brand she swung at posting only to have it blocked by the two steel of Glenna and Twitty.

'' You will not harm our first mate ! You will have to kill the both of us first ! '' Both Twitty and Glenna were growling out as they viciously attacked a now surprised Mileen. With a furiousness that surprised all present Mileen began to press forward only to be stopped and tug back. It was a goodness one-half toton later that Mileen found that she was starting to mislay ground.

Finally pressed into a corner Mileen lashed out catching Twitty on her leftover arm. Dropping back Twitty cursed that she 'd been that careless. Even as Mileen smiled touch sensation that she finally had an advantage everyone but posting stopped and bowed. Mileen looked over when everything seemed to discontinue.

'' I was wondering if this was a common soldier affair or can any join ? '' Came a female articulation from behind measure.

'' This is a individual intimacy unless you are class. '' An profane Mileen hissed at the newcomer. Then her lip dropped agape when she realized that the entrant was tabby Niaco !

Niaco drew her own sword as she advanced upon Mileen. `` expert, it has been far too long since I have had a good competitiveness ! That was my Sister married woman that you just cut. I therefore consider it to be my business ! ``

Niaco swung with a ferocity and military capability that no one really expected. Mileen started to vex she had n't seen a female this good in a prospicient time ! Finally backed into a box again Mileen conceded, bowing to Niaco.

'' I think it is my married man you should bow to, Mileen. '' Niaco told the female.

Nodding Mileen turned toward peak her eyes opening wide when she recognized him. `` Ambrose ? '' She whispered, as she could only stare at him .