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Immortal Souls: Chapter 2


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#1 Guest_celestine_*

Posted 15 October 2003 - 12:49 AM

*Chapter 2: The Shopping List*

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Kayna went to the town center early in the morning, she wanted to get supplies for her trip and returned in time to pack her backpack. She needed time to strengthen the warding spells around the fence to fend off intruders and suitors.

She took out her list and started to make her way to the spell store. She could bargain well and with her eloquence, she could easily slashed half the offering price of most items. This item on her list however was not easily acquired.

The owner of the spell store, a short and plump middle-aged man, greeted Kayna politely. He had the air of a cunning businessman and he knew the reputation of his beautiful half-elven customer well.

"Do you have the item I want?" Kayna went directly into her business as soon as she returned the greeting.

"Of course. It would not be cheap, my Lady. It was not easy obtaining such an exquisite ring. For you, three thousand coins." The plump shopkeeper took out a jeweled box from his apron and handed it to Kayna.

The half-elf opened the box with anticipation. Sitting in the cushioned box, was a golden ring with a single ruby. The ruby was of the purest red and shone with a gleam. Kayna removed the ring from the box; she could feel the aura of magic from the ring. She tilted the ring and read the elven runes from the inner band.

Ring of Elemental Immunity

"Excellent. This ring isn't exactly what I'm looking for but it'll suffice for now. I haven't the time to wait anymore. Five hundred coins." Kayna took care to hide her interest in the ring.

"I'm certain this ring is worth more than that, my lady. Five hundred is too little. You are one of my best customers, two thousand coins then." the shopkeeper bargained.

Kayna thought for a moment, the ring was worth more than that and she was certain that it would be very useful in her upcoming trip. She had to travel across the High Forest where creatures of evil lurked. Any magical aid would be handy.

"One thousand coins. That's my final offer."

"Alright, my lady. You drive a hard bargain. One thousand coins and the ring is yours," the shopkeeper offered after considering the half-elf's offer.

Kayna smiled. She had scored another victory. She pocketed the ring and exited the shop.

Someone grabbed her as she walked through the crowded market place. She turned quickly, with her right hand holding the hilt of her dagger. She came face to face with Jakrah, one of the arrogant noble males that had woo Kayna tirelessly.

"My lady, where are you rushing to? The day is still young and I would give much for the company of one so beautiful as you," he pulled her close and whisper to her.

Kayna held no love for such a man. His arrogance overpowered even that of her own and the only feelings she ever had for this man, was annoyance.

She shook free of his grip and gave him one of her warning looks.

"I'm busy today," she retorted with a tone of dismissal.

The man was outraged. He was a noble and the half-elf's tone was an insult to his nobility and his ego. He tried to grip the half-elf's arm again but this time she was ready for him and rewarded his advances with a quick slash from her dagger.

"You wench! How dare you attack me! You'll pay for this gash!". The enraged noble drew his sword and attacked the half-elf.

The half-elf parried his awkward attacks with little effort. She was taunting him and using her hilt, she poked through several openings in his movements, deliberately letting the foolish noble realized he was not her match.

Perhaps it was sheer arrogance that the man did not realize her intent. Kayna grew impatience as she remembered the list of supplies she needed to get before the day ends. With a deft hand, she cut the belt of the noble and let his pants dropped, inviting several loud laughing from the watching crowd.

The man realized his folly and he quickly retreated and ran away from the scene, swearing revenge as he left.

"Men are such fools, especially the rich ones!" The half-elf sighed and straighten her robes and took out the shopping list again.

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The next day, the half-elf secured the doors and gate and strengthen the warding spells protecting the cottage. The gate glowed with a faint blue light and faded back to its original color. Satisfied that the wards had been activated, she picked up her backpack and started her journey to Amn.

#2 Guest_Dark-Mage_*

Posted 15 October 2003 - 06:21 AM

Another good chapter :cry: I can't wait to see what Kayna gets upto next :evil:

#3 Laufey

Posted 15 October 2003 - 08:55 AM

*Chapter 2: The Shopping List*


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Kayna went to the town center early in the morning, she wanted to get supplies for her trip and returned in time to pack her backpack. She needed time to strengthen the warding spells around the fence to fend off intruders and suitors.


I guess she must have high Char. :evil:

She took out her list and started to make her way to the spell store. She could bargain well and with her eloquence, she could easily slashed half the offering price of most items. This item on her list however was not easily acquired.


Yes, definitely so!


"Alright, my lady. You drive a hard bargain. One thousand coins and the ring is yours," the shopkeeper offered after considering the half-elf's offer.


Kayna smiled. She had scored another victory. She pocketed the ring and exited the shop.


I think you manage to give a nice 'feel' for Kayna as a character in this initial chapter, both in the bargaining sequence and in the one with the nobleman.


Perhaps it was sheer arrogance that the man did not realize her intent. Kayna grew impatience as she remembered the list of supplies she needed to get before the day ends. With a deft hand, she cut the belt of the noble and let his pants dropped, inviting several loud laughing from the watching crowd.


The man realized his folly and he quickly retreated and ran away from the scene, swearing revenge as he left.


"Men are such fools, especially the rich ones!" The half-elf sighed and straighten her robes and took out the shopping list again.


I think I like her. :cry:
Rogues do it from behind.

#4 Guest_celestine_*

Posted 16 October 2003 - 01:30 AM

I think you manage to give a nice 'feel' for Kayna as a character in this initial chapter, both in the bargaining sequence and in the one with the nobleman.


Thank you Laufey. :lol: I'm glad you like Kayna.




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