176 A Lad Called Friggins

“What?” Freidis immediately dropped her arm and began to advance forward but Kelley stopped her. “Hold on, this doesn't look right. Could be a trap.” “Damn right it doesn't look right.” The lad shot back, staring back at them out of bloodshot eyes. “What do you take me for? Waving your swords and all of that in my face like ninjas.” Both of them stared at the apparition in surprise. “Who the hell are you and where did you come from?” Kelley demanded. The fellow was looking behind him at intervals. “Who are you guys?” He returned. “Where are you going?” Both Kelley and Freidis were totally perplexed. What kind of individual was this? But the lad forged on before they could speak. “Listen, you have to help me. You have to help me please. I don't know who you are but I have to take a chance on you like that. You have to help me.” “Of course we can't help you.” Kelley replied indignantly. “What's your problem?” Freidis asked at the exact same time. Kelley groaned inwardly. “I