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Suddenly there came from the road the sound of many horses galloping. The sound died away suddenly to be replaced by urgent voices calling. One voice rose above the rest, giving orders.
"That will be the muster form Meduseld," Falco said. "Javan and me, we took it upon ourselves to give word to the King's men that you were in need, Eodwine. But it seems you didn't need as much help as I thought you might."
Falco gave Thornden a quick glance and smirk, noting the young almbudsman's narrowed eyes looking at him.
It was not long before the small party was joined by a captain from Meduseld and a few followers.
"Halt!" he yelled, raising his arm. The line of men running stilled with not a little jostling back down the path.
The man took stock of the situation, then gave greeting to Eodwine.
"We'd heard there were outlaws about. It seems we are not needed. And you've killed yourselves a two headed monster into the bargain."
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