The Shadow Of The Ice Kingdom Part 2: The Black Horse The father left his family behind as he wandered around the forest. He approached another small village a few miles from the one he had left. The sign read, “Quark Village.” The man opened a door, walked to a counter, then sat down at the bar. The bartender said with an accent, “Hi, Sam. It’s been a while since you last came here. Do you want the usual?” Sam replied, “Yes. I have had a lot of fun lately and need to relieve some of the stress on my shoulders.” Sam had a few drinks. A young lady approached him. “Hi, handsome. My name is Beth. I see that you are not from around here. So, what brings a strong, handsome man like you to our bar?” Sam smiled. “You are very beautiful, but unfortunately, I have sold my soul to another woman. Though, even if I were not married or attached to my wonderful woman, I would definitely fall for a beauty like yourself.” She wal...
