Arianna 6
#8 of Arianna
District Block A1
5:00 AM
Alleyway next to the tavern...
Huddling his knees for comfort and warmth, the now 21 year old Roger had awoken. Glancing around, he saw all his friends, all without a home like himself, having to rely on the possibility of employment on the local farms. It was a harsh life, but back-breaking work in exchange for a meal at the end of the day was all that was important at the moment. Sighing as he rose, he stretched widely, every bone in his body creaking, he thought of the day ahead of him. After waking his friends they prepared for the day, making their way out the gateway, they walked at a quick pace past the guardsmen in their shining armor, past the scholars and farmers, past the stables and the horses they headed to the farming area.
They were fortunate enough to find work on a small farm just near the border, the work was hard, but the pay made up for it, all three men walking back to town with 4 copper pieces each. The sun sinking over the horizon, it was now 6:40 PM, the men made their way to the Tavern, they discussed their past together, "I still remember my first love!" Said Hugo, "Who? Your mother?" Mocked Gerard. Walking as they laughed and mocked further it didn't take long for Hugo to ask, "what about you Roger?" Suppressing a bad memory he replied "No, nothing at all." As they walked on he felt a familiar feeling creep into his throat, grief,
Paying for his meal, Roger walked into the abandoned alleyway and, without anyone looking, pulled an old stone piece out of the wall, there, was his whole life savings, "I have just enough!" He thought happily. Tomorrow he was going to the tailor to buy himself some new clothing, He did so every three days after his birthday, As he lay down to sleep, it took a while to get comfortable on the hard ground, covering himself with his old blanket, his eyes started closing, Then, when most of his strength faded, it came back to him, the memory, His eyes filling with tears as he remembered the face of his dear friend, "Arianna..." He whispered, before he finally fell fast asleep.
It was now 7:30 in the morning, the city was in full buzz, Roger walked past patrolling guards, eyeing people with suspicion, merchants shouting their wares, Butchers advertising their kills, and past Rose and Sahriah's stand, nodding at his Sahriah as he passed, he had met her a few years ago when she first arrived in the city, until he finally reached the tailor. Browsing the store, he took his time, sizing each garment up, comparing price and quality, until he eventually decided on a pair, paying the required price, he had just enough for his next meal. "I should have a chat with Sahriah before I go back, haven't talked with her for ages." he thought as he made his way out the store.
"So how's life treating you?" Asked Roger.
"Oh, fine, just got a few new faces round the building is all!" Replied Sahriah with a smile, "And you?"
"Eh, same crap, different day, however I was fortunate to stumble across a cheap amulet a few months ago, really boosted my coin sack!"
"Well what do you know! Your luck seems to be changing!" Smiled Sahriah, "Mine too! In fact, I've got a date later!" Giggled Sahriah.
"I hope it goes well" He said.
"Me too" She sighed, "Oh look, there's one of the new tenants now" she said, waving.
As Roger turned around it took time for his eyes to adjust on the single solitary vixen making her way towards them, when they finally did, his heart sank lower than it ever has.
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Oooh... I stopped... HAHAHAA! You're just gonna have to wait till next time I post some more. If you've read the story up till now, feel free to give your opinions and advice! Goodnight!