After the uncomforatable meal, Shyare said good bye to everyone and lead Danu, Tadg, and Gebann to the market. As they made their way through the crowded streets, they finally stopped a large stand selling clothes. Shyare bought the twins a few pairs of tunics, pants, and other needed clothes. She let Danu choose a couple dresses, but mostly bought the girl tunics, pants and other items. As they made their way down the street, she stopped at a stand selling shoes. She bought each child a set of strong boots. It was midday by the time the shopping was over.
Shyare suddenly felt a hand on her shoulder, she turned and brought a knife to the person's neck. She lowered it after realizing it was only Gawain. She gave him a small smile, the twins grinned at him. Danu hid behind Shyare shyly.
"Need any help?" Gawain asked.
"Actually, you can carry some of this to my quarters," she said with a smirk, dropping most of her load in her brother's arms.
They all made their way to the room after weaving through the narrow streets. As Shyare opened the door, she dropped everything on the ground. She noticed her weapons were all hung neatly on the walls and that her clothing had been placed in the set of drawers. The children sat on the bed, since the other two had been removed. Gawain set down his load of items.
"I'm hungry," Tadg said suddenly.
"Alright," Shyare said, "We'll go to the tavern."
"Is that really appropriate?" Gawain asked.
"Look at who's leading them," Shyare replied.
"Yeah, an oversized kid," he muttered.
"No, an immature adult," she corrected.
Gawain shook his head and followed Shyare and the kids out the door. As the entered the tavern, Gawain saw it was only a quarter of the way full.Shyare chose a table on the far side. Gawain sat next the twins. Danu sat beside Shyare. Gawain called over one of the bar wenches. He asked for five of the specials. Moments later the food arrived. The twins and Danu said their thanks silently. As they began to eat politely, Shyare and Gawain dug in hungrily. Shyare noticed Danu was not eating much.
"Are you going to eat?" she asked.
"I want potatoes," Danu whispered embarrasedly.
"Alright, potatoes you shall have," Shyare said with a laugh, motioning the wench to come over, "I need a plate of potatoes."
"Yeah, yeah," the wench muttered.
"So, children, tomorrow I'm going to start training you," Shyare said suddenly.
"In what?" Gebann asked curiously.
"Fighting," Shyare said, "Myself and the knights shall help you. I want all three of you," she added while looking at Danu, "to be able to defend yourselves."
"I've learned some fighting," Danu said softly.
"Really?" Shyare asked curiously.
Danu nodded her head with a smile, "I thow knives."
"That's wonderful," Shyare said with a smile, "And what of you two?"
"Practice swords," Tadg said, "But only for a few weeks."
"That is better than nothing," Gawain said cutting in.
"Will we be learning archery?" Tadg asked excitedly.
"Yes," Shyare said, "All weapons, so you may be prepared in any situation."
"Do fight a lot?" Gebann asked curiosly.
"Quite a bit," Shyare said.
"What about you?" Tadg asked while looking at Gawain.
"Of course he does," Danu said while rolling her eyes, "he's a knight."
"Well, I forgot," Tadg said.
"Yeah, right," she said.
"I did."
"Did not"
"Did too."
"Did not."
"Did too."
"Did not."
"Did too."
"Did not."
"Will you both stop!" Gebann shouted exhasperatedly.
"Did too!" Danu whispered fiercly.
"Alright kids," Shyare said while placing some coins on the table, covering lunch, "I'm leaving Gawain in charge for the next few hours."
"What?" Gawain and the children said at once, after Gawain spit out his drink.
"I have a few errands to do," Shyare explained, "You'll be fine. Just make sure you keep an eye on Gawain," she added with a grin.
"Alright!" the twins said.
As Shyare walked out the door she saw the twins start to jump up and down, obviously Gawain had said the right thing. Shyare went to the stables and found Jols cleaning out a stall. She walked up to him and saw Achilles run up after her. She gave the wolf a few pets.
"Jols," Shyare said
"Good day, Lady," Jols said with a smile.
"No lady, just Shyare," she said, "I was hoping you could bring to cots up to my room. Also, let Achilles come with you. He'll be staying there for now on," she added while motioning to the wolf.
"Yes, alright," Jols said.
"By the way," Shyare added, "Where is the carpenter?"
"Directly next to the black smith," Jols said, "take a right after you exit the stables and go past the first alleyway."
"Thanks Jols," Shyare said, "You're a life saver."
He nodded. Shyare made her way towards the carpenter. She was wondering how Gawain was doing with the kids. She shook her head at the thought.
A/N: So, what is Gawain doing with the kids? We will have to find out. I want to thank for the reviews. I admit I was a bit dissapointed. I'm sorry for the wait on updating. My computer is having some issues, homecoming week was also a bit hectic. I have writer's block at the moment, please sed ideas in the review. I hope to have a few more. Thanks!
MedievalWarriorPrincess: I'm glad you liked the update! I'll try to update soon!
Elfvamp1-13-97: Yes, I would've spit out my drink, too. lol I couldn't resist putting it in. Doesn't seem like the motherly figure does she? Oh well. I'll try to update soon!