There was a heavy silence as Sindbad and Jaber finished telling the story. The former looked up at his uncle, his eyes reflecting a silent plea. The other kept calm, ready to accept any verdict or claims against him.
Harun looked from one to the other all while rubbing his chin in thoughts, as if weighing the merits and consequences of whatever actions he was about to take.
Masrur, Tallal, and Zaid shifted uneasily and exchanged short glances. As predicted, the Hashashins' notorious fame didn't help at all ease their worries.
Ali Baba almost squirmed under the thick atmosphere surrounding them and if given a chance, he would have bolted away.
