Shady

“We’ve got a pretty broad selection of topics, though not as much depth as what I’ve heard you have,” Derik said. “Fiction, biographies, science and mathematics, strategy and politics. Our ...

Derik nodded. “I bet those would make a nice addition to our library.”

Jerica straightened her shoulders and raised her chin a little when she realized he was watching her deflated. Couldn’t have him thinking it was because of himself. Derik was the ...

“Oh.” Had that been a stupid request? Oops. “Um… thank you.” She dipped her head, swallowing the million questions that sprang to mind. Shutting up. She could do this.

“That all sounds very interesting,” Derik said thoughtfully. “I’d like to see some of the handiwork; I’m sure it’s beautiful.” “Can I try whale?” Jerica asked, forgetting she wasn’

“We’re willing to negotiate, depending on what can be offered in return,” Derik answered. “We’re interested in experiencing foreign cultures and products, not your coin.”

(Ah sorry! This was literally the first thing I did when I woke up from a nap… clearly was not completely awake haha) “Thank you.” Derik nodded and took it, ...

“Our armor has been taken to the barracks and you’re more than welcome to see it whenever you’d like,” Derik answered with a nod. He didn’t know where, yet, though. ...

“Thank you.” Derik dipped his head and sat in the second chair from the left, directly in front of Gaius. Rek sat in the one to his left. Jerica took ...

( ^-^ ) He heard what Ash was implying. In fact he’d told Levin that this is what the reaction was going to be. But did he listen? Noooo. He ...

“Lord Ash,” Derik acknowledged with a nod, striding into the office. He had a friendly and warm energy, though clearly defined with professionalism fit his position. He extended his left ...

(O o f) Derik gave Jerica a stern look. Their only shot at a first impression. He’d impressed upon her the importance of doing a good job of it. Of ...

(Oh dear xD) “Wonderful.” Derik nodded. “I appreciate that.” Kieran grinned, then sobered as he realized that meant he was going to have to meet Lord Ash. He didn’t like ...

(Nice avvie!) “I’d prefer all four of us,” Derik said. “…but if his lordship is uncomfortable with that, then Kieran can wait in the hall.” Jerica’s gaze snapped up to ...

“Not at all, that’s fine.” Derik shook his head, but eyed Jerica. He’d need to think about what to do about her. She was exactly the age that he worried ...