Divine Arsenal: Dual Weapon Cultivation by Dante King

Author:Dante King [King, Dante]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2021-04-24T22:00:00+00:00

Chapter 12

“There she is,” Lyra said proudly, gesturing around the nearly empty room. “My girl. The Hungry Herb Tavern! She’s not the prettiest lass in the land, no, nor is she the youngest. But when you’ve got nowhere else to go and feel that the whole world’s drawn up stakes against you, she’s a truer friend than most.”

The Hungry Herb Tavern was much like its proprietor—open and inviting. A little rough around the edges, sure, but clearly a lot of love had gone into the place. Lyra’s lust for life showed in every aspect of its design, from the broad tables for gaming and socializing to the ornate fountains and tapestries adorning the walls. There was even a miniature river running through the middle of the floor, protected by a pane of glass. As I looked down, a massive whiskered fish bubbled beneath, chasing after a morsel of food.

“Nice place,” I said, meaning it.

The temperature in here was cool and dry in contrast to the hot street outside, and the air smelled faintly of food, beer, and spices. My mouth had been watering from the moment we’d walked in and threatened to never stop unless I got something to eat and drink.

Lyra led us through the tavern, pointing out this or that scuff from a bar fight or blemish from a courtesan getting too drunk and dancing on the top of the bar. Further back, behind a paper screen, was a VIP area with high-backed chairs and what looked like small sheltered booths for privacy.

“Right here,” Lyra said. What looked like a section of wall actually had a hidden lever, pulling back with a slight touch. “This way to my garden, you two. Where I feel most at home in the world.”

As soon as I saw it, I understood why. Lyra’s garden extended from the roof of the Hungry Herb Tavern, an elevated platform nearly brushing up against the wall of the settlement. The buildings on either side pushed in tight around it, leaving only this small square in direct sunlight. As a result, the garden was private, quiet: the perfect place to retire after a long, taxing day. Gorgeous flowering plants grew everywhere, filling the place with a thousand sweet smells.

The only furniture turned out to be a small table and some very comfortable chairs. Anna and I sank into them, pushing ours together so we could put our hands all over each other. Now that we’d finally reached our destination, my girlfriend seemed more eager than ever to get some alone time.

“Your friend will be well taken care of,” Lyra said, settling into her own deeply cushioned chair with a sigh. “Kij is one of my most loyal servants. She’ll see to the girl’s every need, and keep her tongue from wagging about it.”

“I’m glad Hazel is talking again,” I said, trying not to think about the way Anna kept stroking my side. Right now, the need for food and drink kept the girl from tearing my clothes

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