Posted by Morpork at June 23rd, 2007

“…pant…pant…”

“We cannot continue. We have to resupply.”

“But we have come so far already! And we just did that before we entered the cave!”

“I know. But look at her. She won’t make it if we continue.”

“…Alright.”

***

Back in town, in the adventurer’s boutique, the weary travellers shed their gear and rest.

“Ah… my favourite kind of customers… So! How can I be of service!”

“We would like to resupply.”

“Very good! You know, you are good at this job are you not? You have returned for the second time in the same day!”

“Hmph. Just name the price and it’s all yours.”

“Gladly. I’ll return to you with a receipt momentarily…”

Momentarily…

“Here’s the gold and be back soon! We can always use the stock your kind bring in!”