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Hey! Tis your good writer Grubswiper( hey that rhymed ). This is the second chapter two 'An Ottermaid Tale'.

I'm very bally sorry that I had a bad time with grammar( as some helpful readers pointed out, you all have sharper eye sight than me) so I will try to not make those mistakes.

Once again, I thank my readers who have given me encouragement in my stories. And hey, if you have any suggestions on what character you want me to have in a future Fic, PLEASE TELL ME.

Much thanks...

Grubswiper

(Ps) brownblade, Narfgirl, lkrissa ragnok, and kichikache... you rock!!

Sorry if I spelt any names wrong, but the last part is correct.

(PPS) does anyone know the exact date when Rackety Tamm comes out? Please tell me. Im in the dark!

Disclaimer: it's simple, I don't own redwall. You dont need to remind me.

(Chapter Two)

The sun beat down on the backs of mixed creatures like moles, shrews, hedgehogs, some otters, and even a hare. The creatures had always lived in their big community. For many seasons the settlement on the fringe of Mossflower wood had not been under attack, which everyone was grateful for.

This particular night was going to be extra special. There was going to be a feast! Every body was coming to arrive for the event, bringing a dish with them. Weather it was a huge contributor like a woodland trifle, to bringing a homemade drink in a small firkin, which a little mouse dibbun had brought, grinning broadly and commenting about the gift to any other dibbun that asked.

Soon every creature had their paws washed and was sitting at the wide Maple wood table. Chatting about the days events to each, as they did everyday. As soon as Halin entered the room, everyone fell silent.

The old parchrich mouse had been the kindest old sole any creature had seen. He had been the head of the village council for many seasons. More than any one can count. A smile came on his silvered whiskered face as he recited a time honored prayer on such occasions.

We give our thanks

For seasons yet to come

We give our thanks

For the springs yet to be shone

And many seasons from this night

We will keep this village together

With all our might.

This caused a hearty chorus of "Here here" and the feast began!

And my my! What a feast it was. Besides, who could resist fresh warm oat farls, hot from the oven. And what good beast would not want to stuff them with cheeses from a snowy white, to a soft yellow color. Going with that you would have fresh summer salad, the lettuce leaves crisp and a healthy green, so green it would put the grass to shame.

Among the food there would be pies such as blueberry, almond, strawberry, apple, and more! To top the pies there would trifle, flans, scones, warm flaky turnovers, and more.

Savory cakes toped with sweet Meadowcream and icing. There was also Turnip'n'tater'n'beetroot pie, filled with carrots, potatoes, more hearty vegetables, and that rich dark gravy that could dribble down your chin and you wouldn't even notice. The entree was a deep favorite with the moles.

Beside the pie there were pans and pans of the spicy Hotroot Soup with hot peppers, potatoes, carrots, leaks, onions, and more ingredients in the fiery concoction. There would be old otter proverbs whenever the soup was around, such as.

"Ain't 'ot enough for an otter."

Or

"The hotter it is, the more the otter likes it!"

The drinks were varied for everyone at the sitting. There were enough cordials, ales, punches, and wine to fill up a stream!

Everybody was sitting around the well make food, talking and eating happily during the splendid feast.

"Ooh! Apple turnover, my favorite! Chuck it over hear please."

"Here matey. Wet your lips on this nutbown ale. Twill give ye a little spring in your step!"

"Yore right, its good! Ouch!! It so hot!"

"Here you go. Cool your self down with this strawberry cordial."

"Thank you Halin. I can feel my mouth cooling off instantly.

"Dissa pie good, me hava s'more!"

"Ho no zurr little maister Riggle. Theem poi for eat'n. not divin in. Hurr hurr."

The food and fun continued throughout the whole night.

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Well, there's another chap for ya. Hope you like it!

Please review. Your help would give me something to work on!

Grubswiper reportin out.