Problem Solver (Flash Fiction Fridays #25)

“Don’t go too far, Katie.” Timmy reached and took Katie’s hand in his. “They call this place the City of Knives for a reason.”

His apprentice made a face. “Do I want to know?”

“No, you probably don’t… but you should.” His lips twitched. “This city is renowned for the rather alarming frequency with which people end up with knives in their back.”

“Why are we here then?” Katie asked. “You always say we should avoid looking for trouble unnecessarily.”

“Despite its infamy for the sheer amount of back...