Solider

(This episode is dedicated to Sklei and all of my friends. Also, please vote for Knight of All Knights to be featured series)

Part 1: Reunited
I had arrived at Camp Bellator Romae. After dealing with the separation of my family, the death of my friend’s dad, and fighting men in the Gladiator Arena in Rome, I’d dealt with a lot in a short period of time.

As we unpacked, I realized something.

 “Wait?” I started, “I … have a feeling… what if that whole thing… was a test?”

Clifton paused, and started at me.

“A Test, for what?” he asked.

And that was one question that I could not answer. At least, not right now. We got the rest of our stuff, and walked into the camp. The Second we passed the sign above us, something felt wrong. I looked over past the barracks, and yet saw NO ONE. That started to trouble me.

“Hello…?” Tomas asked, “Is anyone out there?”

We decided to put our bags down, and walk around the camp.

Clifton came with me as we went past the Praetorium, and still could not find anyone. Tomas was passing by the hospital, and we kept on looking. Then, I heard a loud noise behind me, and turned around. Nothing was there, that I could see. Next to the Praetorium lied three swords.

''Three swords… no one here… something’s going on…. ''

Clifton then said,

“No one is here. “

At that moment, I realized something.

“Clifton, grab the sword now! “

All of a sudden, someone jumped off of the Praetorium, and touched the ground.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Whoaaa…. Ahh…” I said in shock.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">I took a sword and swung it at the attacker, soon giving him a cut in his leg. Out of nowhere, 10 people came from the barracks and farm buildings, attacking us. Tomas, on the other side, without a sword stood no chance. Clifton and I went back to back, and started fighting our foes.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Ahhhhhhhhhh!” shouted one attacker as he charged at me.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">Our blades clashed for a while, but then a kicked him in the stomach.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">Together, Clifton and I were actually kicking butt. 8 of the 10 that came out had been defeated. But then everything fell apart. We heard a scream, turned around, and saw Tomas being held by two of the attackers.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“TOMAS!” Clifton yelled.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">Clifton ran for Tomas, but some people ran up to him, and while he put a fight for a few seconds, his sword was knocked out of his hand, and he was captured.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“NOOOO…” I started.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">I was tackled over, turned over, and when I saw who had attacked me, I was shocked.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“What… James?”

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“George....”

Part 2: Introductions and Rules
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“George… what are you doing here? “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“What are you doing here? I thought you were in the army. “I said.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“No. As you remember, I left home. Well it turns out that instead of heading straight to the army, I had to come here. Now answer my question dweeb. “James replied.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Well... after you left, Mom said that she needed to go on a journey by herself. So I had to move to Rome, and live with my friends. That was okay for a while. But then, a guard killed Clifton’s Dad, and framed it on me. So I went to court, was found guilty, and fought to the death in the gladiator arena. However, the guard came back, attacked me, and admitted he killed Clifton’s Dad. Well… I killed him, and the Emperor realized I was falsely accused and decided since I was a good warrior, that I should come here. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">James looked at me, in shock that all had happened.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“You’re lying brother. Nothing like that ever happens to you. You probably stole or something. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“He is telling the truth “said a voice.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">Out came a general who walked with such strength, courage, and energy, I almost shook in fear. He looked at my friends, who had been captured and said to the attackers,

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> “Milites Romani, Libri amici mando vobis dimittere. Sunt fratres et socios. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">That meant, “Soldiers of Rome, I command you to release George's friends. They are our brothers and allies. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">They immediately did so, and went back to the barracks.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“James, you know George?” the man asked James.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Yes Sir. He is my brother. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Ahh… that explains the gladiator arena scenario. Interesting… your family has a deep legacy. One of the first families in Rome, your father a brave warrior, and now you two are destined to follow in his footsteps. And who knows, you might even be better. “this general responded to.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">''I never knew we were one of the first families in the old Roman Republic. ''George thought.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“George… meets our commander, General Will. “ James introduced.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Hello… sir. “ George said.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">General Will nodded his head, and said,

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> “Romanus exercitus, nova nos inducat nos fratres. Docebit nos praecepta nostra castra atque cœperimus lígula”

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">In other words, he said “Soldiers of Rome, let us introduce ourselves to our new brothers. We will teach the rules of our camp, and we shall begin feasting. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">People from across the camp came to us, lined in front of us, and we stood there, in shock.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“You already know James. But here are the rest of us. Macarius, Edward, Raonus, Dux, Dolor, Fortis, Odio, Cicero, Cyrus, the Twins Philo and Milo, Primus and Ultimus. As of today, there are 17 of you here.” General Will said.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in"> “Sir “started Tomas, “why were we attacked?”

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“Ahh… that question. I’ve heard it 12 times already. That my boy was a test. To see if you were strong, weak, or in the middle. Altogether, you all failed. By yourself… it’s… different. Tomas, you had no weapon and stood no chance. You sadly failed, not even given a chance to fight. Clifton is in the middle. He could become a great warrior, but today, he was distracted. That is what happens when personal emotions and family enter a battle. George kept fighting, but at the last minute was distracted. “General Will said.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">''Now Everything makes sense. ''

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“The Test itself, Clifton and George are about the same. But the fact that George knew something was wrong, and realized it was an ambush before any of us attacked puts George at the top. Congrats George. Only 1 other person has been able to do that. His name is Cyrus. “the General also added.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">I looked at Cyrus. He had blond hair, blue eyes, and his stare looked at me. I knew that when we first talked… it wouldn’t go so good.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“NOW! There are some rules. 1. You get a barrack with 3 other people. You may not switch barracks. 2. Sleep with your sword. You never know when someone will attack you. Which brings me to number 3…” the general started to say.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">General Will ran towards Tomas, elbowed him, and knocked him to the floor.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“HEY! WHAT WAS THAT FOR? “Tomas yelled.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“Number 3, always have your guard up, even if you’re talking. And Number 4 young man, never yell to me, or give me attitude. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“Whoa…. A little harsh. “Clifton said to me.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“Number 5: Curfew is at 9. Number 6: Well…. There’s a lot more but I’m not going to list them. Anyway… barracks…. Barracks… Clifton and Tomas, you’ll be… over there. “he said as he pointed right, where their barrack would be.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: right 6.5in">“And George… you get that one. “he added as he pointed to the barrack near the gate, on my right.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Thank You Sir. “ I said.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">With that, he told us that the food would be soon. Everyone left, and I gave a goodbye to my friends and my brother before I got my stuff and headed to my new home.

Part 3: Anger and Foes
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">I arrived at my barrack, where I felt like I was back home. The Beds were just like the ones at my house when I used to live outside of Rome. I started to look for some clothes when I heard the door creak.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“So… you’re the kid who killed the Gladiators. “ I heard a voice say.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">I turned around, and behind me was Cyrus and his friends, Odio and Raonus.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Where’d you come from? You look like a farmer. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: 110.25pt">“I was. “ I replied.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“A Farmer killing Gladiators. That’s the biggest piece of Junk I’ve ever seen. Oh… and he looks weak too.”

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Why are you here?” I asked.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“We live here. Oh, and you took my bed! “Cyrus shouted.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">He walked over to me, grabbed me, pushed me over, and sat on his bed.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“What… you have no…”

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Oh… zip it you look dweeb. You have no right to even be here. You’re a worthless, fake guy who was either forced to come here because he broke the law or hates his family. You really want to get away from your pathetic father, don’t you freak? “Cyrus.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">The Moment he mentioned my dad, I grew a deep hatred for him.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Ahhhhh!” I screamed as I lunged for him.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">He jumped off his bed, punched me in the stomach, and then the face, and I fell down.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“He thought he would attack me. Newbie, you’ve got a lot to learn. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">With 3 more kicks, he laughed as he and his friends left the barrack. And I laid there, starting to bleed.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> (1 hour later)

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">I arrived outside of the camp, where everyone had helped out setting a picnic area. I sat next to Clifton and Tomas. James was too busy helping with General Will to come. It was a light dinner, but a meal is a meal. We had some bread, some cheese, a lot of salad, and using a fire, cooked some beef. Altogether, it was really tasty.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">However, I had to help clean up. As I was cleaning up, I caught Cyrus and his friends doing something. I went a little closer and I saw they had stolen a few swords and rations.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Hey… You Can’t Do That! “I yelled.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Hey… Zip It Farmer Boy. “Cyrus told me.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">Right then and there, I punched him in the face, hoping it would stop him. Odio and Raonus were in shock. So was everyone else. They stopped what they were doing, and watched on.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“You… Did not just do that. “Cyrus threatened.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Yeah… I did Angela. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“DID YOU JUST CALL ME A GIRL?! “he asked.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Why? Are you going to cry like a little baby, Angela? “I mocked.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">Cyrus grabbed one of the stolen swords and was about to hit me with it when I heard…

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“ Cyrus! Posuit quod telum descendit! Voluntas dedecus familia? Non ego te ad necem alicui. Ego facere ipse patet?” said General Will.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">In other words, he said, “Cyrus! Put that weapon down! Will you disgrace your family? I will not see you attempt to kill someone. Do I make myself clear?”

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Yes … sir. “ Cyrus was forced to say.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Good” the General started, “George is there a problem?”

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Yes. I will not be staying with him, no matter what you say. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“George… this may be your first day, but one of my rules is…” General Will started to say.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“I know what you said. But this is what I’m saying. Get him and his friends out of my barrack, or I’m leaving. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“You wouldn’t George. You’d be disgraced. “the General responded.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“Yeah…. But you need me. With the fighting going on the borders, Rome needs every solider it can get.” I countered.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">General Will looked at me, pondering what he should do.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“I have my faults. I care about my family more than my mission. I have… some anger issues. But if you don’t get that … monster out, I’m gone. He is no Solider. “I added.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">General Will stood there looking at me. After a few minutes, he said,

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“It takes a big man to stand up to people like Cyrus. But even a bigger man to admit his own faults. You stood up to me, and disobeyed my rules. However…. “My commander had started.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">I stood there, listening to every word he said.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“However…. Sometimes the best opinion happens when you break the rules. Good job George. I’ll teach Cyrus and his friends a lesson. “My commander concluded.

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">I got my things again, and thanked him. Everyone around me stood quiet. General Will turned around, took a few steps, then looked back at me and said,

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">“You really are your father’s son. I should know after all, I knew him. “

<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">He left back for camp, and as my friends, and everyone else came to congratulate me, I smiled, knowing that today, I would have made my father proud.

Main Characters

 * George (storyteller)
 * James
 * Clifton
 * Tomas
 * George and James's Mom (mentioned)
 * Clifton and Tomas's Dad (mentioned)
 * General Will
 * Richard the III (mentioned)
 * ( alot of other characters that I won't list )

Villains

 * Head Guard (mentioned)
 * Cyrus
 * Odio
 * Raonus

Trivia

 * General Will is named after the KOTS character, Will.
 * Edward, a soldier in training at the camp is named after the KOTS character, Ed.
 * I start using alot more Latin in this episode.
 * This episode starts right at the end of the previous episode.

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