Aaron and Kirk entered the dining room. Desprae was already seated there, a cup of hot fruit tea in front of her. On the table were various fruits, cheeses, and meats. The pair took seats opposite Desprae and waited in silence. A minute later, Rarsirrien joined them.
“Good morning, everyone,” he said. The three looked at him. After last night ...
Rarsirrien had to wake Kirk and Aaron. It had been the most comfortable night’s sleep they had had since leaving the Rangers. Desprae had already packed her items and had even made them breakfast. Kirk and Aaron stared at each other.
“What have we done to deserve this?”
“I’m not sure. Maybe we should test it for poison?” Aaron jokingly ...
Everyone had been silent since leaving the small encampment of refugees from Hommlet. They had ridden non-stop, and it was mid-afternoon now. They would need to find another place to camp in a few hours. They had been following the river west, but it was slow going. There were no paths or roads here, and it was unusually quiet.
“I’m not complaining, ...
Rarsirrien checked on Kirk, then gently touched Aaron’s shoulder to wake him for his watch. Desprae had retaken her place and was feigning sleep under the light blanket she had been given. Aaron rubbed his eyes and got up. He sipped from the water and joined Rarsirrien a short distance away.
Rarsirrien showed Aaron the manacles. “She’s evidently ...
There were bruises on her face, arms, and legs. Rarsirrien could see where she had been whipped from the lash marks on her exposed back. Her captors had not been kind. Why? Rarsirrien had some experiences with Drow long ago, enough to know this situation was very unusual.
He turned to Kirk, “Help me get her out of here.” Kirk climbed into ...
Aaron felt the pace slowing. He guessed they had been traveling for about an hour and that they may be nearing their destination. A moment later, he felt the horse come to a stop. He would soon learn his fate and the fates of his companions. He heard the sound of Aleyn’s men dismounting and, after a moment, felt the ropes securing him to his horse ...
The trio had ridden a half-day from Greyhawk city without incident. At first, they passed many people and merchants on their way to the great city, but as they continued east, the number of travelers became fewer until after they passed through the town of Fork, they found themselves alone on the road. They had spoken little, Aaron and Kirk riding ...