#bergen_county

Oh, he can't steal what is freely given...with interest!

Indeed, a few rings down, the Hammerstrike is methodically pounding a poor satyr into the ground like a tent-stake.

Gwen turns to hear that "Okay, is someone ringing a gong over there... excuse me" And goes to see

And Colton parts from the kiss with a smile, and he nods "Off to fight a falcon. Love you" And off he goes

Sylvi actually winces slightly. "If you do have to go up against Dagmar," she murmurs to Colton, "I hope she goes a little more gentle on you than that."

Then a bright smile. "Love you. Win again!"

He motions and mouths 'I'll take my lumps but rather give them' and the contest is announced

Sylvi watches Colton bounce an Elf. Oddly satisfying

She leans on the railing of the list field and props her chin on her hands as she watches him deliver a good drubbing. And smiles.

(end scene)