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Kettle of fish · 10-13-2002, 08:03 AM

***** Dale-Rubin *****

Rubin watched Girion talk with the irate dwarf, but made no immediate attempt to broach the topic of Girion's leg while the dwarf considered the proposal. He did not want to appear to be coddling the future ruler. That hurt to his pride alone would cause Girion to staunchly ignore any suggestions for treatment for his leg which could lead to serious circumstances. Rubin knew that Girion would rather have his leg amputated from festering than have his pride hurt.

Eventually, he walked over to Girion.

"Your handling of Orodan was masterful. But remember that for the interests of Dale, you must also maintain good relations with the dwarves."

Rubin paused and looked at Frain ordering the other dwarves angrily. His voice dropped a notch.

"And perhaps with healing to your leg sped up with a salve, you could ride as well as that time your father asked if you had any thoughts to a wife from the leading families.", Rubin's voice grew grave.

"A king must ride well"

10-13-2002, 08:03 AM	#227
Kettle of fish Wight Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 114	*** Dale-Rubin *** Rubin watched Girion talk with the irate dwarf, but made no immediate attempt to broach the topic of Girion's leg while the dwarf considered the proposal. He did not want to appear to be coddling the future ruler. That hurt to his pride alone would cause Girion to staunchly ignore any suggestions for treatment for his leg which could lead to serious circumstances. Rubin knew that Girion would rather have his leg amputated from festering than have his pride hurt. Eventually, he walked over to Girion. "Your handling of Orodan was masterful. But remember that for the interests of Dale, you must also maintain good relations with the dwarves." Rubin paused and looked at Frain ordering the other dwarves angrily. His voice dropped a notch. "And perhaps with healing to your leg sped up with a salve, you could ride as well as that time your father asked if you had any thoughts to a wife from the leading families.", Rubin's voice grew grave. "A king must ride well" __________________ The inimical is often more instructive than the benign. Between screams, try to pay attention.