Snippet #1105810

OOC: Sorry for not posting; life got really busy, really fast.



Mason turned away from his work to see two beautiful princesses, willowy with sleek blond hair, timidly cross the lot and stand awkwardly, clearly not knowing what they were to do. Approaching respectfully, Mason bowed. "Misses, follow me for your carriage," he said.

A large number of horses was being dragged across the area as well. Mason groaned aloud, realizing that these majestic beasts would also be gifts to Porl. That meant that he would have to bring them along on the journey as well, meaning that they would be at even greater risk for death and danger. Still, he tied their bridles to the back of the wagon, signifying that they were in his care and he was supposed to be taking care of them.

Suddenly, like a mirage of beauty, Alleysea appeared. She did not ride like a woman, but carried herself proudly atop a powerful charger, wearing the attire of the wilderness. He barely stopped himself from wolf-whistling and quivering in fear; she held him in no respect. And, possibly within good reason, if she could actually use that bow strapped to her back.

He approached, giving the guards a cold look; they had not been as self-controlled as he had. "Your Highness, the carriage is ready. We can leave now, if you desire." He hoped that Alleysea would agree to that. After all, it was clear that people in this city regarded him differently than other villagers had.