Alanna threw back a drink and came to stand next to Kel. "Hello Knight Keladry," Alanna said with a smile.

Kel looked over at Alanna. "I've told you numerous times," she replied dryly, "Just call me Kel."

Alanna grinned. "Fine," she said, "But only because you asked so nicely.

Kel smiled, and then registered the empty glass in the Lioness's hands. "Are you drinking, Alanna?"

A sheepish look crossed Alanna's face. "It's a special occasion," she defended.

Kel scowled. "It's hardly 'special.' There are dozens of these gatherings during the Midwinter season."

Alanna nudged Kel and pressed a drink into your hand. "Loosen up," she whispered, "We never drink. It's okay to have fun occasionally."

Kel looked down at Alanna, a dubious look on her face. "Just one," she said slowly. Alanna nodded her approval. But Kel did not have just one drink that night, and it did not take long before the lady knights were drunk.

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