Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Prompt: Dim

Teekla rubbed her eyes and looked around. The evening was settling in and the only source of light, besides the waning sun, was the fireplace.

She hailed a passing barkeeper for the tavern. “Could you provide me with some illumination.”

The norn blinked at her, uncomprehendingly. “I don't think we carry that stuff.”

Teekla suppressed a sigh. “I mean: Can you bring me a lantern or candle, please?”

“Ah.” The norn looked down at her with a scoff. “Why didn't you say so. I'll get you a candle.”

Teekla pinched her nose as the norn left. Such a dim race.

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