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The False Prince: The Death of Latamer

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A/N: There is character death. And this is from the story just at another person aka Latamer's point of view. Please don't read this if you don't want spoilers from The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen.

        One of the guards, Cregan, had just got a fire going. While the other, Mott, directed us to gather around so Conner would have discuss something.
"Talk to us? When do we eat?" Sage commented slyly.
"We eat after the talk," Conner replied as he shut his book. "Come, boys, sit," he called out to us.
Sage leapt out of the wagon and sat on the log that Tobias and Roden had brought over earlier. He made himself some room; obviously, the other two boys weren't thrilled to have him sit there. And I crouched onto the hard ground, not that I minded; they probably wouldn't bother to ask me anyway. Cough! Cough! Cough! I wonder why Conner would take me, of all people. I'm terribly sick and was much weaker in comparison to the other boys.
Then, Conner coughed, one of those used to draw attention. However, it wasn't very necessary since, we all had our gazes directed toward him. Conner started, "I haven't said much as to why I've collected you boys." Truthfully, I don't see why he chose me, and then Conner continued. "I'm sure in your heads you've created every sort of speculation, from the likely and plausible to the wild and impossible," this is wild and impossible enough, "What I have in mind is closer to the latter of those."
Is this man mad? However, Conner seemed to have peaked Tobias's interest as I see him sit up taller. What is Conner planning? Would I be able to fit into his plan? Probably not, since I'm much too sick to do even the simplest of tasks.
"I can't deny there's danger with my plan. If we fail, there will be terrible consequences. But if we succeed, the rewards are beyond your imagination," Conner said. Big rewards? This seems promising…  "In the end, only one of you can be chosen. I need the boy who proves himself to be the closest fit with my plan. And my plan is very demanding and specific." If his plan involves a sickly orphan who is quiet and easily swayed, then maybe I'd have a chance. As I glanced upward, Tobias raised his hand, not something an average orphan would do; he must have been educated. Oh, who am I kidding! There is probably no room for someone like myself. "Sir, what is your plan?"
"Excellent question, Tobias but it's also a very secret plan. So what I'd like to do first is offer any of you the chance to leave now," it seemed as though he was calling out to me. Is my insecurity that easily shown? "You may leave with no feelings of regret or cowardice," Conner finished. Roden and Sage had a silent conversation. It was clear that Roden wanted Sage to leave, but I know I should. However, Sage also made clear that he didn't want to be here either, but he didn't budge. I know this is the right thing to do. I've been such a burden and I don't think I have what it takes.
Since it seemed to work for Tobias, I raised my hand and said, "Sir, I think I'd like to leave. I'm not fit to compete with these other boys, and frankly, I'm not one to face danger, even for great rewards."  Conner raised his hand courteously toward the wagon and replied, "Certainly you may leave. Why don't you get back in there and I'll have Cregan drive you to the nearest town." "Tonight?" I stammered.  "The rest of us have more to discuss tonight, so yes, go right now."
I rose from my seat on the ground and smiled toward the other boys, happy I've rid myself of the extra pressure. Then, I proceeded to thank Conner for being so understanding. Sage nodded toward me, was it a sign of a farewell or did he approve what I've done? I didn't look to see if Tobias and Roden had done the same, it didn't matter. This was much too dangerous for someone who is easily shaken and I don't think I deserve the rewards Conner promised. Mott gestured me toward the wagon, but I thought Cregan was supposed to bring me to town. Or maybe Cregan has already taken his place to drive.
"Latamer, stop!" I heard Sage yell as I quickly turned to face them. I was just about to climb into the wagon and I spotted Cregan, with a bow, aimed at my chest. My eyes widened, Conner had lied. And at that realization, Cregan sent the arrow right past Sage and into my flesh. The pain was unbearable and I yelped like a wounded animal. Then, I went down with a thud, my nightmare of a world closed in on me. And then, I was gone.
Written in Latamer's point of view, for a summer project for school. I chose this scene because I can B) The False Prince is written by Jennifer A. Nielsen. Truthfully, I enjoyed the book very much. If you find it read it, I loved it, I think you would too, if you enjoy perilous life or death situations, lies, secret plots, adventure, smart-talking orphans as the main character. Trust me, it's fantastic.
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Awesome! I loved Latamer, for the whole one and a half chapters he was in. :')