The Preacher - Chapter 06

The Legend of Griefswald - Flames of Hell

Shattenwald
April 23rd, 1640

“Master Diego,” Max said through gritted teeth, talking through the pain as he explained what happened to Hans and the others in the city. “I arrived as fast as I could but none could find you. As you can see by these wounds still on my flesh, they know the secret of silver. But must have not applied it properly, for it has not killed me and is healing quickly.”

“These humans killed four of your brothers,” said Diego, “but they let biggest fool of all of you survive.”

Max averted his eyes from the terror of his master’s wrath.

“You said it was five soldiers total, but then a sixth man arrived and quickly dispatched your brothers,” Diego said. “Describe this man to me.”

“It was the man they called The Preacher,” Max said, his voice trembling in fear that he would be punished for having survived. “He was tall and thin but had a long black coat that hid every other feature of his body. On his head was a wide brimmed hat that covered his face in shadow.”

Diego nodded…