DISCLAIMER: I do not own the rights to The New Adventures of Sinbad - all this recognition goes to the Creater, Ed Naha.
**Thank you for the review. Fanfiction is a whole new world for me. Forgive me if the chapters are short. I am working on a longer one for next time! :)
Chapter 2
From the sky Dermott finally located his owner. She was standing on the rocks at the edge of the river talking amongst a new friend. He called to her and she looked up.
"Is that your pet Dermott?" asked Felix. Dermott hated being referred to as a "pet". In reaction he flew low enough over Felix's head to brush his wings against him. Felix was startled and attempted to duck. Dermott landed on Bryn's bracelet.
"Take it easy, he didn't mean anything by it." Bryn lightly brushed her finger on Dermott's beak. "I'm sorry, Dermott usually has better manners. He has been sensitive lately". With that last comment, Dermott spread his wings as if to stretch.
"I'm going to see how Gunnar is doing with his catch" Felix cast a glance at the falcon before turning towards Bryn's brother. Gunnar was down the stream fishing for the nights meal.
"I think you made him uncomfortable". Bryn gave Dermott a disapproving look. As soon as Felix walked away Bryn could feel Dermott start to relax. "We need to get back into town, Bryn". Dermott told his friend. Bryn gave a curious look. "The Nomad is in port".
Bryn smiled, "Enough said", she turned towards her companions to tell them the news.
"If we stay here a little longer we will have enough to feed your crew", Gunnar explained. "I am sure Aunt Meg will not mind the extra company. She was rather fond of Rongar".
Bryn laughed. "What can I do to help?" Felix was already knee deep in to the river, "Other than stand there and look pretty?" he joked, "No worries, we got it covered."
"It will be midnight by the time we eat than?" Bryn joked while stepping into the water, "Hand over the spear. My friends have big appetites".
At the Tavern, Sinbad and his crew were seated at long rectangular table. Benson made his introduction to Mira and her Husband, John. He was also generous and bought the crew a round of fine ale.
"Mira, do you know where Bryn has gone?" Benson leaned over the counter to be heard over the crowd. The Tavern often had a crowd by the time the sun started to set. By late evening, there was barely an empty seat in the house.
"She went with Gunnar and Felix to the river this afternoon. The sun is setting, they should be back soon. No one cares to be out there by nightfall". Mira topped off a customer to her left with red wine. Sinbad caught her answer as he approached the counter.
"In what direction is the river?" Sinbad joined in. Benson shook his head, "I'm sure they are fine, Sinbad. Gunnar knows these woods well. It would be best if you just wait here. Bryn will return soon. Maybe by the time you finished your ale. Relax and enjoy yourself! You and your crew must be weary from your travels".
"I will wait," Sinbad felt reluctant, " I hope you are right". He turned back to join his crew. Doubar noticed Sinbad's unease as he sat down. "You are not going to relax until you see her are you?" Doubar handed Sinbad his mug of ale. "Did Mira not know where she is at?"
"She went to the river earlier this afternoon with Gunnar and someone named Felix". Sinbad took a swig. "I just thought I would see her by now. I guess I am just a little anxious, which is turning into worry".
"We all know Bryn can take care of herself. She has proven that numerous times". Doubar patted his brother on the back. Across from Sinbad; Rongar nodded his head reassuringly. During some down time at sea; Rongar would practice his swordsmanship with Bryn on deck. She has managed to unarm him more than once. Which was always impressive considering Rongar's skill with blades. Although he felt defeated at those times, he very much enjoyed the lessons.
"Where has Firouz gone?" Sinbad asked.
"He is making arrangements for us in the Inn," replied Doubar. Glancing at the entrance, he noticed that Firouz did not make it past the doors. He was hugging a woman dressed in a short white dress with a brown belt. He noticed her bracelet before she got out of the hug and immediately knew who it was. It was the same bracelet she and Sinbad shared. He stood up and pointed towards their direction. "Look who Firouz found!"