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Post by Robert Williams on Aug 18, 2008 14:32:25 GMT
“Yes … I would definitely recognize him again. He was and is a very distinctive piece of horse flesh. I would expect that he would have gotten rid of it for as good a price as could be had as quickly as possible. It might be too dangerous for a person of his standing to have that horse for very long, and I might be too close behind, since he wouldn’t know if I was still alive or dead. So, I expect that it is not too far away …. Either in Nottingham or one of the local villages,” he laughed. I expect that he made a quick getaway.
“That is quite understandable” he nodded with some degree of sympathy. ‘Your mission is what is of the prime importance. It is my responsibility, now, to get you where you need to be, safely. You can be assured that I will not fail you in that regard.”
He nodded slowly, “Well you have been forthcoming in what your circumstances are so I see no need why I can’t be as well. I currently occupy the hut and the shop that you saw, that used to belong to the carpenter in Locksley, before he left. I’ve rebuilt it, as least partially, and I live there quite alone. I have made the re-acquaintance of a girl that I knew of, years ago, and I am hopeful that I will get know her better in the days ahead.” Roe did not want to tell her too much, he knew how people could talk, and he did not want anyone to know too much; besides it could be dangerous to Mira in her line of work if people knew too much. Row waited to see what Harriet’s reaction would be.
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Post by hazel on Aug 19, 2008 9:29:09 GMT
"That's nice. At least you aren't totally alone and have someone to keep you company. I feel bad for anyone who has to endure a life where they have no one by their side to talk to. Everyone has problems and something to talk about and if you've got no one to share it with and can be dangerous and you find yourself lost in your own head not sure where to turn, or even if the situation is as bad as you think or not." All this was said as if she was day dreaming, or thinking about something else.
Staying quiet she carried on walkiing until they got to the gates of Nottingham, they weren't far now from their destination and her supplies, then they could get back as soon as possible and help the infant. But at least she was fairly sure she'd get back without hastle now that Robert was there. IT was an advantage to having someone has heavily armed and formiddable. "I'm really not taking you away from your duties or other jobs you have today?" Hazel would fel bad if she was taking him away from any important jobs he had planned.
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Post by Robert Williams on Aug 19, 2008 11:45:55 GMT
Roe thought for a few moments. "Hmmmm ...... yes it is always good to have company, someone to share your thoughts as well as your travels, and/or your danger. Do you have such a person where you are staying now. If so, why didn't they accompany you to your adventure to the forest, or the rest of your travel to Nottingham? You would have been in an interesting situation, I think, If I had not happened upon you in the forest, not just for your sake, but for the sake of the child who needs the medicine you are seeking. It does seem strange to me that they would send you out with the amount of money you have without more of an escort."
The city and castle of Nottingham loomed up large as they approached. They passed over the bridge and through the massive gates until they were inside the fortification. The gates themselves were manned by several guards who looked them over carefully, but did no ask to inspect anything they were carrying on their persons. Undoubtedly they looked Roe over due to the bow and 2 swords it was obvious he was carrying. He listened carefully to the words she spoke and shook his head emphatically. "Di not concern yourself a bit Harriet. It was my pleasure to assist you. It has been a fine diversion for me from my regular activities. And if someone attempts to intervene it will have provided me some some good exercise and practice of my fighting skills. Besides, do you not find favor with my company?, he winked and smiled.
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Post by hazel on Aug 20, 2008 23:43:32 GMT
"I don't know. I am alone in all but company. They're there but aside from the young children I am mostly neglected. They are pleasant enough but show no real interest." So that was the reason for her lone journey. But she wasn't alone now, she wasn't lost and that was all that mattered for the present.
"Well as long as you're ok with it." Hazel didn't want to inconveiniance anyone, it never made her feel good at all. As they entered the town, immediately she looked for the apothecary or any sign of it. And at the end of the street, tucked away she spied it. "Looks like we should go that way Roe." It was the first time HAZEL addressed him by his nickname in conversation.
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Post by Robert Williams on Aug 21, 2008 0:41:53 GMT
Roe understood quite clearly how she was being treated and how she felt. He had felt that way many times in the past. "That's a shame that they treat you in that way. they look at you as a sometimes useful appliance in the household. They are probably interested in you when you can provide a service for the. However, what one person look from another is repect and support. It would seem that they are lacking in both respects. I hope that my campanionship hasn't been as neglectful," he chuckled.
"Of course I am OK with it ... I just hope that I have not been too much of a bore on the journey. It seems that there was little need for me to protect you from any bandits or robbers, at least on this trip. As they walked down the street it was obvious that her eyes had picked up on something. "Looks like we should go that way Roe." He was pleased that they had found it so quickly and that she was finally willing to call him by his preferred name. "Well .... lets get down there and get to haggling on the price of the commodity you are looking for."
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Post by hazel on Aug 25, 2008 13:53:42 GMT
"That's all I am to them. Why should I get treated any better?" The family needed her for chores what was the point in wanting more, they fed hr, gave her a roof other her head. She wasn't overly bothered, company was company no matter how dour it could get and she was kept occupied to. "Your companionship has been most helpful and appreciated. I thank you kindly for taking time out to accompany me."
Hazel nodded and walked up to the wooden building and into the room. It smelt very clean and had all kinds of bottles, jars, herbs, plants and other flesh on display. Walking up to the counter she waited for whoever ran the place to appear. All she required were some herbal rememdies and a syrup too help the child breath and loosen up the mucus accumulating in his airways that he was having trouble to cough up. Recently they boy, Archie, had only gotten worse and all those in the family, Hazel included were worried about him. To her and the family price didn't matter so long as they got what he needed.
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Post by Robert Williams on Aug 25, 2008 17:03:58 GMT
Roe shook his head and thought to himself that there are some things that haven't changed very much. Man's inhumanity to man was certainly one of the things that hadn't changed. "Granted, that may be all you are to them ..... however that doesn't mean that you have to sit there and stand there and accept that that's the way it will always be. We all have to have dreams .... dreams that we strive for. If we don't .... its difficult to get up every day and go on. And I don't see you as someone who gives up easily."
"Its been a pleasure to accompany you on your mission. I think it has been time well spent. Do you want me to accompany you inside. I wouldn't want to have accompanied you this distance only to have some unscrupulous person try to give you a bad deal. I understand if you want to take care of this yourself, but understand I will be on;ly a moment's call away if you need me."
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Post by hazel on Aug 28, 2008 17:26:40 GMT
"They treat me as they're used to treating those that serve them. Nothing will ever change in the physical respect until it changes in their opinions." It was the simple truth, prejudices were inherited until someone broke the mod and made the change. Didn't happen often, Robin Hood was one to make the change. If only others with power followed suit, instead of being corrupted by power and greed. It was too simple to follow along that be different. "I'm not one to give up. But I'm not one to waste my time on something futile." Justice and vengeance were two examples. They were so easily mixed up in today's world, people killing for what they call justice when it was vengeance over some petty squabble.
"I think I'll manage inside." She said before flitting in. When the elderly man came from the back of the shop, she quickly explained the ailment Archie and what they were told they needed. The gray haired man nodded and went aobut collecting items, placing them in a basket for her. There was a lot, but the kid was very ill, so it made sense. Once it was full, everything needed, he covered over the basket and went about adding up how much the supplies would cost. Taking the purse out, she threw it onto the desk, the price didn't matter. Turning she picked up the basket and walked out, ignoring the man's calls she should collect the change. It wasn't goin to happen, she had to get back and it was mostly her money anyway, the remnants of her noble life.
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Post by Robert Williams on Aug 29, 2008 1:04:45 GMT
Those kinds of attitudes were one of many things that served to depress Roe. If only people could learn to respect those around them, as well as their possessions. He had always thought it was one of prime weaknesses of the nobility. They acted as if they owned everything, including the people, and often treated them as something they could discard without a second thought. “And how might we get them to alter those opinions? It would seem to me all they should have to do is stop for a moment and really consider the lives that they influence and often control. ….. I’m glad to hear that. As long as you are able to struggle for something that you can have a reasonable chance to acquire, it’s a healthy state of mind to be in.”
“Well … we’ve reached your objective then …. the best of luck and have a safe trip back. I think I’ll explore the market a bit. If you want my company, on the way back you’ll be able find me there.” Roe set off in the direction of the market they had passed on their way to the apothecary. It had been many years since he had been to Nottingham. There were things that hadn’t changed much, but of course many things that had. The people seem to be more defensive and less trusting, and he saw that many goods in the market were priced well above what the average peasant could afford. He understood a little better about why those who were outlaws did what they did, and explained Mira a good bit as well,” he smiled to himself.
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