I'm sorry--it's been a long time since I updated this, but I had a bit of writer's block. I think I have it worked out…. So on we go….
Chapter 15--Uncertain Fate
"I wish I could say the feelings mutual," Drizzt grumbled.
Shauna studied him. "You caused my seafaring brothers and sisters a lot of trouble and cost some their lives," she said.
Drizzt didn't answer or react. He just watched her, waiting.
"I suppose I should kill you, but I won't," Shauna mused. "Well, there is no hurry. Your fate can be decided later. You must be weary, a nap would do you good." She lashed out with her fist, connecting with his temple.
Drizzt felt a shock of pain at the force of the blow then everything went black as he started to fall.
Shauna caught the Drow before he could hit the ground then dumped his limp body on her bunk. She studied him for a long minute then left the cabin, locking the door behind her.
Drizzt woke up with a headache to find it was dark and he could feel movement. They'd set sail, who knows how long ago. He looked around the dark room and was relieved to see he was alone. First things first, he thought. He began trying to free his hands. It took the better part of two hours, but he finally got loose. He sat up and rubbed his chafed wrists gently.
Just then the door opened and Shauna walked in with a lantern and closed the door.
Drizzt muttered a curse and blinked several times until his eyes were used to the light. When his vision cleared he could see Shauna looking at him and she didn't look pleased.
"I see stronger restraints will be needed if I want to keep you bound. It doesn't matter right now. We are well out of sight of any land. I doubt you'd be foolish enough to go overboard or attack me," she said--setting the lantern on the table.
"I'll admit you're right on that, though I'll do whatever I must to defend myself," Drizzt said.
"I didn't expect otherwise, any warrior would feel the same. My men would like to toss you to the sharks, but that will not happen, at least not yet," Shauna said. She sat down at the table. "Food will be brought soon, come sit down."
"I'm comfortable where I am, thank you," Drizzt returned.
Shauna leered openly at him. "Are you sure? Perhaps I should join you," she said.
Drizzt glared, but he reluctantly stood and took the seat across from her.
"That's better, there's no reason why we can't be civil," Shauna said. There was a knock on the door. "Come in!"
A young man entered the room with a tray. "I brought your supper, Captain," he said and set the tray on the table. "Anything else captain?"
"No, you may go," Shauna said. The man left , closing the door. Shauna filled two goblets with wine and set one in front of Drizzt. "This is excellent wine," she said. She filled a plate and passed it and a goblet to Drizzt. "Don't worry, neither is poisoned or drugged. I don't need to resort to such things."
They ate in silence for awhile then suddenly Shauna reached out and grabbed Drizzt's left hand, noticing how delicate, but strong it was. She studied his ring. "So you're married, whose the lucky lady?" she asked.
"That's none of your concern," Drizzt retorted, trying to free his hand from her grip, only to have it tighten painfully. He winced and stopped struggling.
Shauna loosened her grip when he stopped. "You should remember your position, my proud dark elven. You live only because I allow it, remember that," she said. She released his hand and continued eating. Afterwards she left, taking the tray. The door locked behind her…
She's unpredictable, don't you think? It only makes her more dangerous….R/R please!!