Thread: When a Knight rescues an Elf (MasterOfWhispers and Scarlet Angel)

I was born to a pair of wandering mages. She admitted after a moment. They went from settlement to settlement healing the sick and taking care of droughts and that like. A group of highwaymen cornered our caravan and killed them both when I was quite young. I remember hiding beneath the overturned carriage while my mother cried out. Elina paused for a moment to hold back the tears that threatened to fall before continuing. Due to their deaths I never received any formal training so any magical talent I may have had is probably gone. Im not sure how useful I would be. I can sing and I know a bit about herbal properties. I can also read and write in case you were wondering. I taught myself. It was one of the few accomplishments she was quite proud of. The elf laughed softly and smiled in response to his teasing. Well Im not against a good serenade. I expect to see you outside my room singing at dawn. You know the sun rising adds to the romantic effect. Of course she was teasing in return it was quite easy to do and she found she enjoyed the playful banter. Richard had been nothing but kind to her and it was easy to develop a slight amount of friendly affection. That explains your open mindedness when you found me in that village. Your brother seemed nice I wish I couldve met him before he left. Perhaps Ill have a chance to speak to him when he returns? when the servant walked over she stood up and stretched slightly. The cot had been rather uncomfortable and her back was stiff. Cocking her head to the side she nodded after a moment. Unless you intend to put me on the auction block tonight, which I doubt. I should like to see this festival of yours. I will gladly stay a few more nights before making my final decision. There was more to her story then she was telling Richard. Quite a bit more. There had been a reason that the highwayman went after them. And that reason was the small silver ring on her finger. It was unlikely he noticed it as it was quite unremarkable but it was very valuable, old elf ruins were inscribed on the inside of the band. Shed never been able to activate them so she never really knew what was so important. However it was the only thing she had left of her parents so she kept it with her. Without another word she allowed herself to be led to the bathing chamber. The servant pulled off the bandages for her and prepared the water and she sunk inside it happily. The hot water easily got rid of the remaining dirt and blood on her body and in her hair. It was no longer a mousy brown color by the time she was done. Instead it was a warm chestnut tone and the snags and tangles became natural curls the accented her delicate face. Elina spent a little extra time brushing and braiding her hair in the large vanity mirror provided before pulling on the gown the servants brought her. It was far more expensive then anything shed ever worn before. The neckline scooped low accenting her modest cleavage and the sleeves flared at the wrist. It was in a soft blue tone much like her eyes and she was given a pair of soft kid slippers to cover her feet. The cotton felt expensive against her delicate skin and she felt ridiculously overdressed. However when she asked for something simpler the servant had merely grinned and told her Lord Richard was in his study waiting for her so he could show her to the guest room. As she approached the doors she knocked lightly to await his answer. The potion had made her somewhat drowsy and sleep sounded like a very good idea. Wow that was really long on my part lol