DEBT : A Chilling Bedtime Story
-1507 A.D. – “It is over, Excellency. No one would dare oppose you now.” The soldier waited for his dismissal, dreaming of ale and the camaraderie of his fellows. The campaign had been mercifully short but nevertheless intensely bloody. Now, it was finally over. “Nonsense,” the baron said with a wave. “Of course they would dare. Perhaps not today, but tomorrow and tomorrow, and if not them, then perhaps their children.” The baron’s smile cut through the soldier’s courage like a poisoned blade. He quickly looked away, nodding faintly. “I am glad you agree,” said the baron. “If they were …