Date Posted:14:31:41 02/17/02 Sun Author: Allandora Subject: Becomes an Adventurer
Late the next morning, the town was gathered in the town square, all abuzz with the story of Allandora's departure. News traveled fast in Bergost, and with six excited boys telling it to everyone they met..... well, the entire town knew in an hour.
Aldrin appeared, to loud claps and cheers. Being the parent of an adventurer was a huge honor in the town, and a speech was expected. Aldrin bowed deeply, and he walked to the makeshift platform the city had hastily erected.
"Greetings, to one and all of Bergost," Greeted Aldrin. The town was excited, thinking Delon was going to be the adventurer. None of Allandora's brothers had told who was leaving. "Gerrtings, and I bet you're wondering who will be the next adventurer that hails from Bergost," Loud cheers, and several people shouted Delon's name "I am here to give you, my only daughter and elf within 100 miles of this village: Allandora Darkblade!!" the town went nuts. Allandora, now that Aldrin mentioned it, woud make a better adventurer. She was tough, smart, and extremley good with weapons. Delon, on the other hand, was not nearly as fearlees as Allandora. A merchant's life would suit him better.
Delon ran onto the stage, looking troubled. He pulled his father aside "Dad," he whispered hastily "Trouble. I can't find Al...I've checked everywhere but the house."
Allandora appeared on the stage, wearing her usual almost knee-high brown boots, old white shirt, and brown pants. Some changes had been made to her usual attire, though. She was wearing a dark green wool cape, and at her belt, was a rapier. She smiled at everyone and waved. "Greetings, to all in Bergost. As you know, I am leaving to be not only an adventurer, but I promise to bring Honor and Glory to our town!!"
Cheers erupted from the townsfolk. Allandora always kept her promises. Allandora shot an evil glance at Delon, her favorite brother to beat up, and walked twoards him.
"Allandora Darkblade! Where have you been?" asked her father, signs of relief and anger etched on his face.
"Home, and asleep until about fifteen minutes ago." She gave Delon one of her playful punches on the shoulder "Dad always tells you to look in our room when I can't be found, you moron!!" Allandora giggled, enjoying the shocked expression on Delon's face.
Allandora walked twoards the north of the town, the townsfolk at her heels, throwing flowers behind her. There was going to be a large party tonight, Allandora knew. Waving back at the town, she followed the North Road, and leaving her town, and off onto adventure....
