le Palais
Excerpts from Chapter 16 of Deadly Secrets......
As the wind whipped through his hair, Darian stared across the churning sea and he thought of home. Reaching Belle –Ile, he waited for the remainder of the crew to leave the ship before walking off with Garrick.
Soon Darian, Garrick, the Prince and the rest of their group entered the city of le Palais. The royal squadron immediately drew the attention of curious town folk. Being at the rear of the group, the young squire watched as some of the prominent citizens spoke to the Prince and his soldiers. Catching his keen eye, Darian spotted a silent old man standing at the side of the street. Staring at him, Darian quickly recognized him. The man wore a dirty brown robe and looked like a shepherd. But it was Merlin just the same. His powerful eyes betrayed his meek appearance.
Knowing the open accusations held against Merlin, Darian said nothing as he nodded to the old man in recognition. The group proceeded to work out the final details for their expedition to the other side of the island.
As the large group finished unloading the ships, the old man from the street appeared by the young squire’s side.