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Celuien · 04-06-2006, 04:14 AM

"Would you stop a while and ply your trade here?"

"That I shall, lord, if you wish it. In truth, little could please me better." Garstan hesitated, but went on. Despite their difference in position, there was something in the Eorl that inspired Garstan to speak openly. "I had hoped to find a place to work and earn a reputation. In truth, lord, this wandering life wearies me. And it isn't fair to the little ones. So you see, the greater the task, the better! I'll not impress half the countryside with my talents by building a simple hearth."

Léoðern's voice suddenly chirped, "May we come down now?"

"Yes. We'll be staying for a while." Cheers rose from the cart as the children scrambled to the ground and ran, Léoðern to the tall girl and Garmund to the winking hobbit.

Garstan looked thoughtfully after the children. "Yes, they need a home. I was mad to go back to roaming the countryside. Though there was little to keep me home after..." His voice trailed off. "But enough of the past! I thank you for your hospitality, lord. When shall we speak of your plans for the hall."

Eodwine smiled. "Over supper, perhaps?"

"Yes, lord. My thanks to you again!"

04-06-2006, 04:14 AM	#193
Celuien Riveting Ribbiter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Assigned to Mordor Posts: 1,795	"Would you stop a while and ply your trade here?" "That I shall, lord, if you wish it. In truth, little could please me better." Garstan hesitated, but went on. Despite their difference in position, there was something in the Eorl that inspired Garstan to speak openly. "I had hoped to find a place to work and earn a reputation. In truth, lord, this wandering life wearies me. And it isn't fair to the little ones. So you see, the greater the task, the better! I'll not impress half the countryside with my talents by building a simple hearth." Léoðern's voice suddenly chirped, "May we come down now?" "Yes. We'll be staying for a while." Cheers rose from the cart as the children scrambled to the ground and ran, Léoðern to the tall girl and Garmund to the winking hobbit. Garstan looked thoughtfully after the children. "Yes, they need a home. I was mad to go back to roaming the countryside. Though there was little to keep me home after..." His voice trailed off. "But enough of the past! I thank you for your hospitality, lord. When shall we speak of your plans for the hall." Eodwine smiled. "Over supper, perhaps?" "Yes, lord. My thanks to you again!" Last edited by Celuien; 04-06-2006 at 06:05 PM.