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piosenniel · 10-30-2003, 02:15 PM

Buttercup and Ruby

‘Cook’s just set out the meat pies to cool for lunch,’ said Buttercup hurrying out to the Common Room with a pitcher of that southern brew that had grown popular of late in the Shire. Coffee, it was. And if truth be told she was growing quite fond of it herself. Laced with sugar and a dollop of heavy cream, there was nothing better to get your day started. Her tray also held a pot of sweetspice tea, and a pitcher of ale for those who wanted it.

Ruby walked out with her, carrying a large tray filled with platters of scrambled eggs, and slices of Shire ham, and thick pieces of toast in napkin covered baskets. Pots of sweet cream butter and sweet strawberry jam accompanied the toast, as well as honey for those who preferred it.

‘Yes,’ replied Ruby, and that will mean she’ll want us cutting up the vegetables for the soup she’s serving with it. Best we get these plates handed round and get back to the kitchen.’

Buttercup stopped at the table of the tired looking newcomer. ‘A refill, Miss?’ she asked her, topping off the young woman’s cup of coffee. ‘Looks like you could use a little food, too,’ smiled Ruby, placing a heaping plate in front of the woman. The two Hobbit servers introduced themselves to Eamane, saying they hoped she would have a pleasant time in the Shire. ‘Just call us if you need anything,’ they added as they moved on to the next table.

Here was the blond haired fellow that Prim had been talking with last night. He looked tired, too - his chin lolling on his chest as he sat in his chair. Buttercup nudged his arm, and he came awake with a start.

‘Mater Gorbaus, it’s Buttercup. I’ve brought you some coffee, or there’s tea or ale if you prefer.’ Ruby put a heaping platter before the man. ‘You look like you could use some breakfast, too,’ she chided him. ‘The day looks best on a full stomach!’ He asked after Prim, and Ruby said she would be in later she thought, she had gone for an early morning visit to the family of one of her cousins.

Another customer waved them over, and they hurried off to see to his wants.

10-30-2003, 02:15 PM	#350
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	Buttercup and Ruby ‘Cook’s just set out the meat pies to cool for lunch,’ said Buttercup hurrying out to the Common Room with a pitcher of that southern brew that had grown popular of late in the Shire. Coffee, it was. And if truth be told she was growing quite fond of it herself. Laced with sugar and a dollop of heavy cream, there was nothing better to get your day started. Her tray also held a pot of sweetspice tea, and a pitcher of ale for those who wanted it. Ruby walked out with her, carrying a large tray filled with platters of scrambled eggs, and slices of Shire ham, and thick pieces of toast in napkin covered baskets. Pots of sweet cream butter and sweet strawberry jam accompanied the toast, as well as honey for those who preferred it. ‘Yes,’ replied Ruby, and that will mean she’ll want us cutting up the vegetables for the soup she’s serving with it. Best we get these plates handed round and get back to the kitchen.’ Buttercup stopped at the table of the tired looking newcomer. ‘A refill, Miss?’ she asked her, topping off the young woman’s cup of coffee. ‘Looks like you could use a little food, too,’ smiled Ruby, placing a heaping plate in front of the woman. The two Hobbit servers introduced themselves to Eamane, saying they hoped she would have a pleasant time in the Shire. ‘Just call us if you need anything,’ they added as they moved on to the next table. Here was the blond haired fellow that Prim had been talking with last night. He looked tired, too - his chin lolling on his chest as he sat in his chair. Buttercup nudged his arm, and he came awake with a start. ‘Mater Gorbaus, it’s Buttercup. I’ve brought you some coffee, or there’s tea or ale if you prefer.’ Ruby put a heaping platter before the man. ‘You look like you could use some breakfast, too,’ she chided him. ‘The day looks best on a full stomach!’ He asked after Prim, and Ruby said she would be in later she thought, she had gone for an early morning visit to the family of one of her cousins. Another customer waved them over, and they hurried off to see to his wants. __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside.