GLaDOS kindly offered the mercenaries a day of exploration in the city of Segovia and Avila at no expense. Although the cities were only a short distance away, the excursion must have cost her much drachmae. Her generosity leads me to believe that she is not as devious as I once thought her to be. This may yet turn out to be a very profitable relationship.
The mercenaries and I rode in another strange metal beast that swallowed us whole and spit us out at each destination. We first arrived on a grassy hill to relieve ourselves and bask in the glory of the Alcázar de Segovia, a magnificent castle which originally existed as a Roman fort. I spent very little time mingling with the other mercenaries because the hill was too exposed; the Spartans would have easily had the upper hand if I had been found. I took shelter with Kayla of Florida and another giant, Diedelot of Utrecht, in the shade of a nearby forest, where we waited until the metal beast was ready to depart once more.
Upon arrival in Segovia, I climbed the aqueduct in search of water, only to find that it was completely dry! The people of Segovia have kept it as a symbol of the city and as a relic of the Roman influence in Spain. Disappointed, I descended the structure and joined the mercenaries as they journeyed toward the castle. I stopped again momentarily to try and capture a wild peacock near the main grounds of the Alcázar. I had heard that their feathers were very valuable to wealthy travelers in Europe, and the idea of a few extra drachmae in my pocket was enticing. My attempt at capture was futile; the other mercenaries were too noisy and sent the peacock running… another example of why I prefer to work alone.
The expedition ended shortly thereafter in Avila, where we observed the birthplace and historical artifacts of St. Teresa. The experience gave interesting insight into the thoughts and beliefs of the European giants, but they are still too close-minded to accept the true gods and hail Zeus as the almighty. Perhaps I can use their foolishness to my advantage in future quests in Spain.
Kassandra's Odyssey 