The man called Perdann

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The atmosphere in the library was very tense. There seemed to have been a very serious discussion which was cut short by Lorn’s arrival. Ioran turned away from his aide to Lorn. His mood seemed to get better.

“My boy, come here there is somebody important I would like you to meet.”

For a while, time seemed to stop. No one moved. It felt as if everyone was scared to breathe. Like a life changing incident was about to occur. For Lorn, who had no idea what was going on, it was indeed a step towards a life he never imagined.

Lorn walked forward, nimble and a little unsure, towards Ioran.

“This is Perdann.” By his side stood a tall pale man. He was young... no, rather he looked young but the aura around his was that of a person who had lived for a long time. He had the features of a person from one of the northern states. He was pale with silver hair, although streaks of black could be seen here and there on his head. He had piercing grey eyes. And was very well built, a body that seems to have seen many wars. He was clearly a strong man. A very strong man.

“Perdann will be your personal attendant from now on.” Ioran said.

“Please reconsider this elder, if-” one of his attendants had started in protest. Ioran held his hand up to cut him short.

“I have made my decision on this matter and that is final. I can only trust Perdann at this moment and if I had more time, I would still entrust the boy to him.” The library was quiet now. Atmosphere still tense. There were looks of concern all over but no protests only a silent concession. Their concerns were not unfounded. There were various rumours around the man called Perdann. He didn’t talk much and was always in the library. While he drew the attention of a lot of women as a result of his looks he was not interested in anyone. Some claimed he was an assassin for Ioran; a spy from the northern state; a spirit that was hunting Ioran; the reaper of life... there really was no end to the rumours surrounding his identity.

People claimed his body was covered in tattoos and scars and that he had been alive even before Ioran was born. He was cursed they said, he had offended god and hence was cursed but one thing was certain and that was the fact that this man known as Perdann does not grow old nor fall sick.

“You will stop all your lessons with the other children. He will teach you everything you need to know. not just him though, the other aides in here as well as myself will be in charge of all your lessons...” his eyes met those of the messenger that stood behind Lorn

“All your servants will also be replaced. We have no need of people who do not know their place.” Everyone in the library was visibly relieved. News of how Lorn was treated was no secret but no one dared act openly for fear of aggravating the situation.

Lorn finally looked away from Perdann and glanced around the room. In front of him stood people that were considered the best in their fields and the closest people to the old man.

Tege, a man known for his genius in military strategy. Zaubern, considered the smartest woman in the capital, she is best known for her ability to manipulate others and bending people to her will. Marc, the man who served as a messenger, was a master of archery and horseriding. Muza, a woman considered to be a goddess of art and beauty. Habil, a master of financial planning and agriculture and finally Perdann who was to serve as his personal aide.

Lorn offered a greeting to all of them.

What is happening?

“From now on, you shall move to one of the rooms in my personal quarters. I will have someone move what is left of your possessions. For now get acquainted with your new teachers.” With that Ioran left the library and soon after the news of Lorn’s new life spread all over the palace. Indeed, his servants were gone, no one knew what had become of them and thus began the new life of the boy called Lorn.

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