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S.Y. 317.1 (March 13, 2003)
The Hunt Begins
By Sardel
From Sardel's Journal

Nicodemus drummed his fingers on the table top. He was not in a very good mood. It was unlike Sgt. Gertok not to report back. "Get me Rydoc", said Nicodemus.

"Sir?"

Nicodemus swiveled in his chair to face Kivan, his personal attendant. "Is there something wrong with your ears lad? I want you to get Rydoc in here, now".

"Yes sir, it's just that..."

"Just what?", said Nicodemus cutting off Kivan.

"Well sir it's just that Rydoc is a bounty hunter. He's not even employed by the guard."

Nicodemus sighed softly to himself. He had forgotten how these young officers tried to go by the book. "Look Kivan, perhaps our relationship is not clear. When I ask you to do something you do it. When I want your opinion, I will ask for it. If you can't understand that then I will find someone who can. Is that clear?"

Kivan paled and responded. "Yes sir, I will find Rydoc at once". With that Kivan quickly saluted and left the room.

Nicodemus chuckled to himself. The lad was good. He would have to make it up to Kivan when he was not in such a foul mood.

It was not long before Kivan brought Rydoc into the room. Kivan was asked to wait outside while Nicodemus spoke with the bounty hunter. After a hour or so the bounty hunter quickly left Nicodemus' office. Kivan almost felt sorry for his prey. Rydoc was known to be ruthless. The feeling passed quickly as Kivan remembered what had happened to Reebdoog.

"May Justice be served"

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