I am surprised with punctual arrivals by the party in the morning. Corporal Level is, as always, happy to see us. “Glad to see you all in one piece. Are you ready to give your report or do you need to rest. It’s pretty busy today—lots of new recruits—so you could always come back tomorrow.” I’d rather not burn time… Read more →
“How much?” Rakatha asks through clenched teeth. She laughs, then says seriously, “Two thousand.” Vong can’t seem to help himself and imposes in the conversation yet again, “He doesn’t owe you anything!” “This is between me and him,” the woman says curtly, her gaze fixed menacingly on Rakatha. Rakatha’s thoughts are plain to see. He’s thinking about fighting, rather than… Read more →
Still half a mile or so from the entrance, a pair of travelers—a human man and a woman—intercept the group. “You there, you’d better stop right now!” the woman points at Rakatha and speaks with an accusatory tone. As often is the case, Rakatha is not paying attention and doesn’t heed the woman. As is often the case, Vong is… Read more →
“I am out of healing,” announces Ralith after tending to the party. Rakatha and Vong still bear visible burn marks and flaking sections of skin on their faces and hands, but many of the blisters are gone or reduced. Twitch’s hair is not affected by Ralith’s healing blessing, but her peeling skin is looking merely raw now. Pil’s arm received… Read more →