" Have any trouble, pops?"
Humphrey looked up from his work again. This time he was sweeping the floors.
"Actually, yes, believe it or not! I'm glad I've hired you on. Some punk came in here looking for some kind of holy sword or something, but I didn't know what he was talking about and he was trying to go back into my room for some reason! So I called the guard and he skedaddled right on out. Next time, I don't think that'll be a problem when you're here."
Humphrey grinned at Akkina. He knew he was never really in any danger, but he was relieved to have her back. He didn't notice the Durandal already on her back, so he said,
"If you've seen enough of the market for now and you're ready to start guarding, though, I'll grab your sword!"
He clomped to around the counter and opened the door. His face went pale when he didn't see the sword where he had stood it just inside.