Midnight Prowlers
Wicht | June 29, 2010
by Jonathan “Wicht” McAnulty
art by Kendall R. Hart
The wall surrounding the estate was a large, Taldorian affair. It fit well with the general feel of wealth that permeated the neighborhood and was complemented by the many trees planted all along the avenue. However, despite its daunting appearance, it was still just a wall and it did not greatly concern the two men on the other side of the cobbled street. They were more interested in the guards patrolling within. They stood beneath a stout elm tree. In the dark of the night, its shadow was sufficient to insure they remained unseen. According to the style of nocturnal burglars everywhere, each was dressed all in black. (more…)