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~ Ion let out a sigh and dropped his sword onto the ground, much to the relief of Zephyr who also dropped his scythe, "I knew you guy were smart enough to do this the easy way, alright you two" the said gesturing to the two bandits behind Ion and Zephyr who quickly apprehended each boy in a strong grip as both made a slight howl of pain, "good, now take all their possessions, clothing included as that fine cloth could see for a good price, just give them these to wear" the leader continued as he ruffled through one of the sacks the bandit group had in their possession and tossed over a pair of ragged looking clothing. The other two bandits did as they were told but Ion who was still feisty and wanted to fight them despite Zephyr plea not to, as his coat was removed, one of the bandit's hand was in prime positions for his fangs and he went for the bite, sinking his fangs in deep. "Ahh you fucking kid!" the bandit yelled out as he gave Ion a punch to the side of his snout before another, then another, Ion's nose started to bleed but he would let go of his grip, frustrated the banding then gave Ion a few quick strong jabs to the gut when then made him release his grip as he fell to the ground in pain as the bandit then stood over him, reading to give him a few kicks. "What the fuck are you doing? Cut that out right now!!!" the leader yelled out as he quickly went over to the bandit attacking Ion, "boss, he was..." the bandit started retorting but the leader gave him a swift jab to the gut knocking him down, "how many time do I have to tell you, no damaging the merchandise, how are we suppose to make good coin if I show off a damaged slave? You better of not lowered his value or I will have your head" the leader said to his underling as he regained himself. "But boss, he wouldn't fetch a good price anyways, look at his body, he is a bit pudgy which is not overly good for a laborer and he has those scars, especially that one down his chest which could indicate an major issue for a laborer too, I don't see anyone buying him at a high price if at all" the bandit responded as the leader gave Ion another look over as he was still lying on the ground in pain. "I see your point but he would still net a high price if marked to a butchery, he's got a nice build for that but that doesn't mean he can still be tenderized, that will lower the value, do I make myself clear?" the leader asked, "loudly" the bandit answered begrudgingly, "good, his fur patterns and colours would still be quite desirable despite the cuts already in them but I don't want them blood soaked, so clean him up" the leader continued as his underling nodded and went back to Ion, getting him back on his feet as the rest of his possessions were removed and ragged slave clothing was put on him as was Zephyr's who went much smoother. Shackles and chains were then attached as both boys were fully restrained except for being able to walk where the bandits would lead them, the front of Zephyr's collar was then chained to the back of Ion's as the leash was attached to Ion's collar's front as the bandit who attacked him made the connections still having an angered look in his eyes from what Ion had done to him, "I will still get the last laugh, who ever buys you I am going to make sure I am there to watch as you are butchered, so enjoy the little time you have left as you think on that" the bandit whispered to Ion who just gave a non nonchalant look like he was muttered in his own thoughts, the bandit not getting any reaction at all from Ion look frustrated and he joined the head of the group, "alright lets move out!" the leader called out as the chain was yanked, causing Ion to stutter for a moment before he started moving, with Zephyr quickly following, not letting the chain attaching him to Ion get to taught as he look a bit worried. "Flint, you will have to come through for us, Ion life hangs in the balance here" Zephyr though as eyed around looking for any sign that Flint was in the area though he couldn't see anyone or anything but just behind them, peeking out from a tree, Flint stood by watching, assessing the conditions for himself like a good scout ought to do. "Fuck, I didn't think you guys would surrender to them, but now that you are unarmed, a direct assault by me would be unwise, what to do now? Flint though as he moved from tree to tree as the bandit group moved out, "should I keep following them to see if there is a chance for an open strike or should I fall back and rally my tribe warrior to help, hoping they don't get too far ahead and loose any trace of them, their lives are in my hands now, I need to make the correct choice....." ~
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* Just want to put this note out there, again any decision made can't kill any of the characters so don't worry about that, though again that doesn't mean they can't be harmed or hurt
