Hi, all, sorry for the delay, but things have been rough the last few days…
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Chapter 38--Trash Disposal
Catti-brie frowned, but forced herself to be civil. "Good day, Jarien," she said politely.
"So you do remember me. I feared you didn't," Jarien said. He pulled out a chair and sat down without waiting for an invitation.
"Usstan'sargho et'zarreth," Drizzt muttered.
"I beg your pardon?" Jarien said. "I couldn't understand you."
"Never mind, it was nothing," Drizzt said and gave the bard a blatantly insincere smile.
The serving maid came over. "What may I get for you, sir?" she asked.
"A glass of your best wine, my sweet," Jarien said.
The serving maid blushed prettily and hurried off.
"You don't mind if I join you I trust?" Jarien said. "I still am eager to discuss your adventures."
Well, actually…" Catti-brie began.
"It's an excellent idea. Let's step outside for a moment and discuss it," Drizzt said.
"Why outside?" Jarien asked.
"I could use the fresh air," Drizzt said casually and stood.
Jarien considered for a moment then stood as well. "I'm pleased to see your being reasonable," he said.
"I'm a very reasonable person," Drizzt said. "Be back soon, Cat."
Catti-brie knew very well that Drizzt was up to something. "Drizzt…" she began, but stopped when Drizzt walked away with the bard following.
Once outside Drizzt led the bard to the other side of the building where it was less crowded. "This will do," he said.
"Then let's have our little talk," Jarien said.
"Suits me just fine," Drizzt said. He seized the bard abruptly by the front of the shirt and slammed him against the side of the building.
"Oww! What are you doing? Have you gone mad?!" Jarien cried.
"Shut up and listen close. I have nothing to say to you. My life is no one's concern and I'll not have it bantered about as amusement for a crowd. I warn you once and only once. Stay away from me and stay away from Catti-brie. If I hear one slur against her from your lips I will make you wish you were never born. You're not welcome to join us at any time. Now go away," Drizzt snarled.
"Fine, you are nothing, she is nothing, though dressed like that you would think she's a lady instead of a common slut," Jarien sneered. That was a mistake.
Drizzt drew back his fist and smashed it into the bard's nose. There was an ugly crack and blood streamed down the bard's face.
"You bastard! I'll see you in Silverymoon's jail for this assault!!" Jarien said.
"Do whatever you wish, I care not. Now get out of my sight!" Drizzt snapped.
Jarien staggered off, clutching his face and cursing loudly as people stared at him in surprise and puzzlement.
Drizzt stayed outside until he felt a little more in control then went inside. He sat back down as the serving maid brought their food.
"Where's the bard?" Catti-brie asked.
"Unfortunately he remembered urgent business elsewhere," Drizzt said calmly.
"What did ye do out there?" Catti-brie asked alarmed.
Drizzt smiled at her. "Nothing, I just disposed of some trash," he said and turned his attention to his food.
Catti-brie knew he'd done something, but she decided that she really didn't want to know what that something was. She decided to enjoy her food and Drizzt's company and forget about it…
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Translations--Usstan'sargho et'zarreth--Arrogant ass
A/N--Hope you enjoyed, R/R please and once again this is dedicated to my friend who passed away recently. We'll miss you, Jim!