Gallowglass by Jennifer Allis Provost

Author:Jennifer Allis Provost [Provost, Jennifer Allis]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Romance, fantasy, Paranormal, urban, scottish, Folklore, fairy tale retelling
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

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About two hours went by, Robert and I had packed all three of our totes full with fossils (that might or might not be ancient wights) and other interesting finds. Robert was a quick study, and it turned out that he had quite an eye for prospecting. When I mentioned that he laughed, and stated that he’d always loved to learn.

Eventually, we hauled our finds back to the rental. After stowing our tools and fossils in the trunk, Robert asked, “Well, Karina lass, what now?”

I blinked; what now, indeed. “Lunch?”

“Lunch sounds lovely,” Robert agreed.

Per usual, Robert and I ended up eating in a pub. Our grubby state earned us a few interested glances when we entered, the bright yellow sunlight streaming in from the windows showcasing the dust motes floating around us, but no one seemed offended. And, everyone in the pub appeared to be of the human persuasion, which was yet another plus.

While Robert got us some seats I ducked into the bathroom to wash up. When I returned, I found Robert settled in at the bar with two pints standing before him.

“I ordered your meal for ye, as well,” Robert said as I claimed the stool next to him.

“What did you order?”

“’T’will be a surprise for ye,” Robert replied. I considered badgering him further, but figured that I’d know the answer soon enough. I flagged down the bartender instead, and asked for a glass of water. “The ale is no’ to your liking?” Robert asked.

“It is, very much so, thank you for ordering it,” I replied. “But since I’m driving, I can’t drink it.” In response to his blank stare, I added, “There are laws against drinking alcoholic beverages and driving soon afterward.”

Robert looked confused, then he scowled. “What sort o’ laws?”

“Um.” Honestly, I had no idea of what the penalty would be for driving under the influence in Scotland, or anywhere besides the United States for that matter. I’d always figured Chris would get the first DUI, so I just kept bail money on hand. “Well, I could go to jail,” I guessed.

Robert’s scowl deepened. “More oppression from the English, I gather,” he growled. He was still muttering away about things like Covenanters when the bartender deposited a meat pie in front of Robert, and a basket of curry and chips in front of me. Before I could mention that I was hungry for something a bit more substantial than potatoes and a condiment, the bartender returned with a plate of chicken tikka masala over rice. I glanced sideways at Robert, wondering how he even knew what Indian food was, but he merely shrugged.

“I asked the barkeep to prepare ye the best meal they offer,” he said.

“Well, thank you,” I said. “Why didn’t you get the same for yourself?”

“What, ye will no’ share wi’ me?” Robert asked with a wink. “I thought we were friends by now, love.”

I smiled, and took a bite of my chicken. The meat was tender, and the sauce was perfectly spiced. “This really is good.

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