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Chapter twoThe flagon in my fist whipped across in a purely reflexive action. The dagger chingled a single gong-chime and span away in a flash of silver. In the next heartbeat the flagon flew the intervening distance and crashed full against the forehead of this unpleasant dagger-throwing fellow. He gave a tiny grunt and simply fell, collapsing from the knees. His face smashed into the table edge. In the hubbub around only a few people noticed the byplay. A gaunt Gon at the next table said: “That was quick, dom.” “Aye.” “Either finish him now or clear off schtump.” The advice, given the circumstances, was good. I nodded. “You are right, dom. Remberee.” He nodded in reply and lifted his flagon as I walked quickly to the door. The fellow wearing the swordfish in a hoop badge might have