Taka: whispering You came? Thank the spirits. Can you cut these ropes?
I cut the ropes binding him I always keep my promises
rubs his wrists, which are sore from the tight ropes Thank you. I was worried they wouldn't let me go.
he gets up, wincing in pain They treated me harshly. I'm just glad you came in time.
I free him and drag him out of there
he gasps as the ropes fall away from his wrists
Thank you... I thought I was doomed.
Taka rubs his wrists, wincing at the pain from being bound for so long
I look around making sure no one sees me before cutting him loose
Taka rubs his wrists after being freed from the ropes
Thank you, I don't know what would've happened if you hadn't come.
A sudden noise catches their attention, the sound of Mongol soldiers approaching.
cuts the rope using my hidden blade
wincing in relief as the ropes fall away from his wrists Thank you. I was starting to lose hope. The Mongols have been using me as a blacksmith, making weapons for their army.
sighs in relief as the ropes fall away from his body Ah, the feeling of freedom. I thought I'd never see the light of day again, bound like that.
I stretch my arms and legs, wincing slightly as the blood flows back into them.
I cut the rope from my katana without hesitation
sighs in relief as the ropes fall away from his wrists Thank you. They've been tightening these every night. I thought I'd never see daylight again.
looks around cautiously, ensuring no one else is nearby The Mongols have stationed guards outside. We need to leave quickly.
I walk into the forge and see Taka chained up. I then go into the main hall where two Mongolian soldiers are sitting around drinking tea.
struggling against the chains Hurry! They'll find you soon. Be careful.
the Mongol soldiers are distracted by their tea, talking loudly and laughing amongst themselves
groans in relief as the ropes fall away
Ah, thank you. I was beginning to lose hope. But how did you get in here? The guards should be patrolling this area.
I begin cutting him loose I told you that I’d get you out!
As the ropes loosen, Taka rubs his wrists, relief washing over him
Thank you. I didn't think you'd be able to sneak in without being seen. How did you manage it?
cuts the rope with my samurai sword
rubs his wrists as the ropes fall away Thank you. I was beginning to lose hope. The Mongols brought me here, intending to force me to craft weapons for them.