The British Are Coming

April 18, 1775, Charlestown, Massachusetts

The two British officers at the Loyal Oak public house expect only the finest drink, and the finest service, on the eve of their certain victory over the rebels who dare to stand against the mightiest empire since Rome. Surely they deserve to share a willing wench before leading their troops to glory.

But Mercy has a mission tonight as well, a risky gambit that could mean victory for her young nation if she succeeds, or deadly defeat if she fails. What is she willing to risk to ensure the cause of liberty?