After the travels, Lafisual does want some time of quiet.  He settles in at the inn and lies down for a few minutes to center himself.  Then he heads to the main room to have some food and indulge himself with some pie and drink.  He can hear the sounds of celebration off in the distance.  For the moment that's enough for him though he considers stopping by a little later.

It was much later in the morning when Diana finally began to wake up.  Mostly because she really, really had to pee.

After her business, she returned to her room, surprised to see how late it was.  She quickly got dressed, and made her way downstairs.

Although, she certainly did not move fast.  In fact, about half way down the stairs, she paused as the stairway took one giant spin.  She steadied herself, and then made it the rest of the way, but much slower.

She found a few others at the table, and took a seat.  When someone asked here what she wanted, she weakly smiled.

"Something for a hangover." She said with a chuckle.

"2 eggs, over easy, bacon, sausage, hash browns, and a steaming cup of hot chocolate if you have it." She said.

She leaned her head backwards, closing her eyes.  Someone brought her some hot Tea, saying something about "curing what ails you."

She nodded her thanks, and slowly drank.  It took a few minutes but the headache from the hangover slowly began to go away.

When her breakfast arrived, she thanked the elf, and slowly began to eat.

Lucy finally awoke, the sun streaming in through the window.  Both of her bedmates and risen and left earlier.  Although, if she noticed she didn't remember.

Slowly the rose.  To her surprise, It was late morning, around 11 am.  All she could really do was groan.  She remembered the night before, and couldn't help but smile.

"Kitty lady." She said to herself, shaking her head and chuckling.

She arose and went to take a shower, returned to her room, and got dressed.  She made her way downstairs, finding a few people in the dining area.  She asked if there was something for a hangover, and the waitress smiled and nodded.

She brought her some hot tea that smelled a bit off, but she drank it down.  She was relieved to find that as she drank, the headache slowly went away.

She ordered breakfast, and then went outside to see what was going on.  There she was the mages enter.

For a second she let out a very low hiss.  Then she caught herself.  She went to see how Kree was going to deal with these idiots.

 She finally discovered the inn and snuck in to see if she could get a meal. She took a seat and ordered sweet tea and porridge, bacon and bread. She considered getting a room, but that seemed to be ah expense that would add up over a short time. She counted the coins in her pocket by feel and sighed. She ate her meal slowly and ordered another tea with honey.

  as the   servers  found her, one of them smiled,..you are one of the CAptain's Arrows...are you not!... Your  meals  of no cost, nor will you   room.. .. This  is a celebration!...

Lafisual considers heading to the celebration after eating a little but decides instead to go to his room, open the window and listen quietly and relax.  The din of the all the celebrants is somehow relaxing and before he knows it morning has come and Lafisual is refreshed.  He comes to the main room and starts with some tea while he thinks about what else he might want.

  T While walking about, it seems  most folks are only interested  in the fest.

 Some craftsman who are trying to take advantage of  happiness, to sell some goods. There are a few outlander  traders in the  Village, some have their own stalls.

 a few darkskinned  sand folk have a stall with  silver trickets and items  As well as being well stocked  in spices..

Lafisual eventually finds his way back to the inn.  He didn't realize how hungry he had gotten on his walkabout of the village and visiting the temples.  He finds a place to sit down and listens to the happy celebrating trying to find a little peace.  Life promises to pick up steam soon.

 She came down from her room to see what there was to eat. She hoped it was hot and tasty. Or at least hot. She was tired of cold trail foods. She saw Lafisual and waved if he sees her. She didn't bother him though, in case he wants to spend time alone. She could appreciate that, if he did.

 She looks for a table to sit at before deciding what to order.

Lafisual looks up as Shadow comes down and waves back with a smile.  He gestures that she is welcome to sit with him if she so desires.

 She smiled and came over to sit at his table. She felt a little shy because she was used to being alone, but sometimes she felt like being with others. Otherwise she got to feeling invisible. Most times that was ok, but not when she wasn't "working" or on a contract.

 "Hello! How are things going with you? Heard anything interesting? It's kind of confusing for me so far."

Hello to you as well.  He smiles back.  Yes it is all a bit...fast for me.  These lands are quite different than what I am used to.  Occasionally moments come where I can just slow down which allows me to get back to feeling balanced.  He sips some tea and continues.  I honestly don't try to keep track of everything that goes on because yes, I agree.  It's a lot to take in. He shrugs.  So I suppose in answer to your question, the sound of the divine is the most interesting thing that I have heard since our arrival in the village.

 "The voice of the divine? What does the voice say? I have never found a divine voice.Perhaps someday one will talk to me."

 She smiled again then looked around for a server so she could order something to eat and some hot sweet tea. It might be a bit late for tea, but she felt a need for the hot drink.

 "Would you like a drink or some food?"

Yes, food sounds nice as does tea. He settles himself a little looking around the room while he considers the other question.

It's more often feelings of rightness and rarely specific words.  The Gods reveal themselves differently in many places.  I am still trying to sense my way here.  Mina seems to resonate some as does Tra and Harg.  Mina seems to be a more significant and/or power deity since she seems stronger to me and of course she has her own temple here.

"She does? What does she represent? Perhaps I will seek her presence. It is always nice to find peace whenever possible. I do try, but it is usually the trees that brings me peace. It seems to me that towns and cities often are too noisy to hear a voice or to find peace. No one is ever quiet enough to find it in cities."

 The server comes over and Mist orders fried chicken, potatoes with gravy, mixed vegetables, and a salad. She was hungry and loved chicken.

 "And if you wouldn't mind, bring us a pot of hot tea, and sugar. Or honey if you have no sugar. Oh, and fruit pie if you have some. Cherry or Berry, or Rhubarb? If fruit is out of season, then egg custard would be fine. And my friend here wants to order as well."

Lafisual is about to answer but then sees the server and adds, Yes, chicken and all that she's having sounds great.  Egg custard would do just right.

Once the server is away, he continues.  Mina seems to be a goddess of nature and her symbol appears to be a tree so I think that you might find something there.  As much as some like to proselytize, in my experience connecting to the divine is an individual and very personal thing.  It can connect you to an understanding of your gifts in a way no other mentor can.  I agree, in cities that can be tough to find that quiet.  Perhaps Mina is speaking to you already and you just didn't know who it was.  He smiles at her warmly.

  the  Druids have no problem with him there. As well as  filling him in on the rules  for using  no living  trees... and keeping his hunt, to what he needs.

    Kree and   Brie made their  way from his  home.  he did not lock  his door. as they left Linny was  coming up to work the garden and such...I am uncertain when i will return,  You and Loa   use whatever is getting  ripe from the garden... if she cans  anything, still a few  jars in  the storage den?  but use  most of it for yourselves..

  Linny nods,..Thank you Captain... we'll make sure  none goes to waste , maybe  we'll  check on some of the older ones, make sure they have some food as well?

 Shadow  claps the fellow's shoulder,.. you'er in charge... use it  for your family  first, then work out from there.

...

  Ivy was there.. his  head laying on  the table  next to a hot bowl of oatmeal and  a  steaming cup of caffe .

  Kree chuckled,..you best stick to fighting slavers... these women folk are going to be the death of you...

 Ivy spoke into the table...I will take my chances...

 meanwhile  Kree sat his pack and Bow  beside him, and waited for the servers to bring out    the pot of  oatmeal and toasted bread..

Brie had gathered her stuff and rearranged her gearbag with some of the assortments of clothes that Kree had offered up that was his sister's plus the new and replacement gear and items.  She gave Loa and Carr a hug before departing.

>>>>

Arriving with Kree at the tavern, she tilted her head and giggled at Ivy and his endeavors.  Ivy, one of these days one of these females are going to get you into some serious trouble, she adds.

She pats him on the back.

Luthien arrives, and mildly adds, "If he must lose his life, I'm sure he'd prefer losing it to a lady than to a slaver who got lucky. Death finds everyone, eventually. You have only the choice of how to meet it."

 Ivy  just moves his head a bit, in a 'sideways' nod  at  Brie's words.

 When Luthien speaks    Ivy's left hand raises  and points to towards his voice.

 well, cousin? You are  in the graces of the sister's this day, since we will be  walking through The Timber for the next day or so... the Sun will not be able   to split that head of yours...

again the Muffled voice says,..praise to the sisters...

In reply to Lafisual (msg # 124):

 She smiled widely and thought about that for a bit while she sipped her drink, waiting for the food to arrive. She nodded too.

 "Perhaps you are right. I always feel peaceful when I'm in the forest, except when a chattery squirrel tosses acorns or pinecones down at me, or a blue jay squawks at me to get out of his territory. And those pesky mocking birds diving at my head are a pain. But it's their home more than it is mine so I just move on so I'm not disturbing their families. In the towns, if your neighbors complain, there's not much you can do to get away from them for long. She does sound like my kind of Lady though. Perhaps I will seek her out later when all is peaceful and my stomach isn't so full I fall asleep. Wouldn't that impress her so much! Come to commune and snore away the time."

 She laughed softly then leaned back as the server brought their food on a big tray. She thanked the server and helped settle the plates around their table since the tray looked heavy. "Thank you. It looks and smells wonderful! My mouth is already watering.

 While they waited for the rest of the Unit to arrive.  Kree   started in on his oatmeal  have   dumping  three ladles of  honey on it.

   the waitress  put  a  Pot of Caffe , near him with a bit of a smile, and a lot more 'lean' then she  needed, to show off some charms.

   Ivy was  still down on the table.. though he  did take a bite of  toasted  bread. while his head  laid near his  food. His voice , again Muffled a bit  from the table said,..there might be a new fellow running about...wanted to be an Arrow...

 There is a deep chuckle from Kree,..alot of people want to be Arrows... we shall see if he shows up...aye?

Diana returned to the Shattered Blade, and had a late meal, and then went to bed.  The next morning she was up early.  She went down stairs to get some breakfast.

She ordered eggs, bacon, sausage, toast and tea.

She watched as the others began to trickle in.

Lucy had a blast played "Kitty Lady" for the kids.  But truth be told, she was glad to be getting back on the road.

She went back to the inn, late that night, and went to bed.  In the morning, as the sun was rising, she rose.  She could smell the food cooking.

she went downstairs, and ordered breakfast.

She ordered eggs, bacon, and toast, with some tea.

As she watched the others come down the stairs, or into the inn, she reflected on the last two days.

It had been nice.  Just relaxing and enjoying herself.  She had allowed her guard to be let down, and had just unwind and relax.

Now, she was ready to go.